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James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin

British nobleman, politician and diplomat (1811–1863)

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Also known as The Earl of Elgin and Kincardine, James Bruce Elgin, James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin And 12th Earl of Kincardine

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Occupation: politician, diplomat, governor
Position held: Governor-General of India, Governor General of Canada, Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom, Governor of Jamaica
Citizenship: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
Born: July 20, 1811
Died: November 20, 1863

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James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin and 12th Earl of Kincardine, was a British colonial administrator and diplomat. He served as Governor of Jamaica (1842–1846), Governor General of the Province of Canada (1847–1854), and Viceroy of India (1862–1863). He is also noted for his role during the Second Opium War.

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