Alexander Abercromby
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Summary
Alexander Abercromby was born on October 15, 1745[1], in Clackmannanshire[2]. He died on January 1, 1795[3], in Exmouth[4]. He worked as a judge[5], lawyer[6], and Sheriff Depute[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (30 views/month, #7,300 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Date of death: November 17, 1795[9]
- Father: George Abercromby of Tullibody[10]
- Mother: Mary Dundas[11]
- Country of citizenship: Kingdom of Great Britain[12]
- Educated at: University of Edinburgh[13]
- Award received: Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[14]
- Member of: Faculty of Advocates[15], Royal Society of Edinburgh[16]
- Sex or gender: male[17]
- Family name: Abercromby[18]
- Given name: Alexander[19]
- Relative: Robert Bruce, Lord Kennet[20], James Abercromby, 1st Baron Dunfermline[21]
- Described by source: Dictionary of National Biography, 1885–1900[22], A biographical dictionary of eminent Scotsmen, 1857[23]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[24]
- Sibling: Ralph Abercromby[25], Robert Abercromby of Airthrey[26], Elizabeth Abercromby[27]
Why It Matters
Alexander Abercromby is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[28]
FAQs
Where was Alexander Abercromby born?
Alexander Abercromby was born in Clackmannanshire[2].
Where did Alexander Abercromby die?
Alexander Abercromby died in Exmouth[4].
Who were Alexander Abercromby's parents?
Alexander Abercromby's father was George Abercromby of Tullibody[10]. Alexander Abercromby's mother was Mary Dundas[11].
What did Alexander Abercromby do for work?
Alexander Abercromby worked as a judge[5], lawyer[6], and Sheriff Depute[7].
Where did Alexander Abercromby go to school?
Alexander Abercromby was educated at University of Edinburgh[13].
What awards did Alexander Abercromby receive?
Honors received include Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh[14].