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Murray, John, 2d earl and 1st marquess of Atholl |
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Murray, John, 2d earl and 1st marquess of Atholl, 1635?–1703, Scottish nobleman. After the Restoration he held high offices in Scotland and was created marquess in 1676. He lost royal favor temporarily when he urged (1678) moderation in the measures against the Covenanters Covenanters (kəvənăn`tərz) ..... Click the link for more information. but fought vigorously against Archibald Campbell, 8th earl of Argyll Argyll, Archibald Campbell, 8th earl of and 1st marquess of, 1607–61, Scottish statesman. ..... Click the link for more information. in 1685. He was lukewarm to the accession (1688) of William III and allowed his troops to be used at Killiecrankie against the supporters of the new king. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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