Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

George Hamilton Biography and Timeline

Follow George Hamilton through 3 dated historical records for Scotland.

George Hamilton, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

3Distinct records
1 of 1Page
1704–1716Years on this page

1704

Battle of Blenheim

Earl · Blenheim · Warfare / War of the Spanish Succession

George Hamilton leads the final assault into Blenheim and receives the surrender of French defenders.

Role range: 1701-1714

1709

Battle of Malplaquet

Earl · Malplaquet · Warfare / War of the Spanish Succession

George Hamilton leads infantry in the costly Allied assault against French entrenchments at Malplaquet.

Role range: 1701-1714

1716

Alliance Scotland and France

General · Warfare / Military

Sent by Edward, the Pretender, to France but cannot rally any support

Records, sources and methodology

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