Biography of Sir Ilay Campbell 1st Baronet
Sir Ilay Campbell (1734-1823) 1st Baronet was an alumnus of the University who was Rector from 1797 to 1801.
Born in Edinburgh, Campbell studied at the University in 1751. He became a successful lawyer and was appointed President of the Court of Session in 1789.
Summary
Sir Ilay Campbell 1st Baronet
Lawyer and Politician
Born 23 August 1734, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Died 28 March 1823.
University Link: Alumnus, Rector
Occupation categories: lawyers; politicians
NNAF Reference: GB/NNAF/P154547
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Record last updated: 9th Jul 2008
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