James Graham, marquess of Montrose
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- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Military History
- Subcategories: Generals, Military Officers, Soldiers, Wars, Battles, Aristocracy, Aristocrats, Nobles, Civil Wars, Coups
- Curriculum: British History, 17th Century European History
Article abstract: Military significance: Montrose was the greatest Royalist general from Scotland in the English Civil Wars.
The early years of James Graham, marquess of Montrose, were uneventful. After university and a tour of Europe, he became interested in politics. In February, 1638, he signed a covenant that protested against the imposition of Anglican beliefs in Scotland. In August, 1640, Montrose helped lead the Covenanters in a counterattack against the English army, which was on the Scottish border.
The covenant Montrose had signed supported King...
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