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Thomas Bruce, 7th earl of Elgin
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Also Known As Lord Elgin • Thomas Bruce, 7th earl of Elgin, 11th earl of Kincardine
Born July 20, 1766
Died November 14, 1841 (aged 75)
House / Dynasty Bruce family
Chinese forces welcoming the Macartney Embassy
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George III
George III
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Charles James Fox
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