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James Graham, 5th Earl and 1st Marquess of Montrose: Quick Facts

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Also Known As James Graham, 5th Earl and 1st Marquess of Montrose, Earl of Kincardine, Lord Graham and Mugdock
Born 1612
Died May 21, 1650 (aged 38) • Edinburgh • Scotland
Political Affiliation Cavalier
Role In English Civil Wars • First English Civil War

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