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James Hamilton, Duke

Type Figure Region Scotland Time 1606–1649 Also known as Duke of Hamilton、James Hamilton

Scottish nobleman and Duke of Hamilton, who mediated between Scotland and the English Parliament and royal court during the English Civil War, invade…

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  1. 1643–1644London · EnglandEntrusted by Charles I to negotiate with the English Long Parliament, attempting to secure Scottish troops in aid of the king and mediate between king and parliament, but achieved no lasting results.
  2. 1648–1649Preston · EnglandIn 1648 he led the Scottish 'Engager' army south to invade England in support of Charles I, was routed by Cromwell at Preston in August, and after capture was executed in London in 1649.

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