William Hamilton
Diplomat, Politician
1731 – 1803
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Who was William Hamilton?
Sir William Hamilton KB, PC, FRS was a Scottish diplomat, antiquarian, archaeologist and vulcanologist. After a short period as a Member of Parliament, he served as British Ambassador to the Kingdom of Naples from 1764 to 1800. He studied the volcanoes Vesuvius and Etna, becoming a Fellow of the Royal Society and recipient of the Copley Medal.
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- Born
- Jan 12, 1731
London - Spouses
- Emma, Lady Hamilton
(1791 - )
- Emma, Lady Hamilton
- Nationality
- United Kingdom
- Profession
- Education
- Westminster School
- Died
- Apr 6, 1803
London
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on July 23, 2013
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