Campbell, George, 8th Duke of Argyll (M)

Surname: Campbell
Forename(s): George John Douglas
b. 30 April 1823. d. 24 April 1900. Nationality: Scottish. VIAF.
Liberal politician, Scottish peer, and scientist. Alternative signatures: Argyll, Duke of Argyll. Succeeded his father as Duke of Argyll in 1847. His 1866 Argyll Commission into Scottish education influenced the 1870 Education Act. Close friend of Prince Albert. Polymath, who made important discoveries in geology and ornithology. Biographical information: ODNB. (AC)

Poems associated with this person

Total poems: 3
Poem title Date Periodical Roles id #
On a Ring-Plover Found Dead in Tyree. August, 1884 1885 Good Words Poet 4345
To the Sand Grouse 1889 Good Words Poet 5548
Poetry and Truth 1895 Good Words Poet 5079