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James Mackintosh
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For the New Zealand politician, see James Mackintosh (politician).
Sir James Mackintosh FRS FRSE (24 October 1765 – 30 May 1832) was a Scottish jurist, Whig politician and Whig historian. His studies and sympathies embraced many interests. He was trained as a doctor and barrister, and worked also as a journalist, judge, administrator, professor, philosopher and politician.
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Born | (1765-10-24)24 October 1765 Aldourie, Inverness-shire, Scotland |
Died | 30 May 1832(1832-05-30) (aged 66) |
Citizenship | United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland |
Education | University of Aberdeen University of Edinburgh |
Occupation(s) | Political philosopher and politician |
Political party | Whig |
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