William Gordon, 6th Viscount of Kenmure

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William Gordon, 6th Viscount of Kenmure, (c. 1672February 24, 1716), was a Scottish Jacobite.

At the urging of his wife, Lady Carnwath, he led a hundred and fifty cavalry to the border. Joining with Northumbrian insurgents, he marched into England. He was taken prisoner at the barricades of Preston, and brought to London. He was subsequently tried, found guilty, and beheaded.

Preceded by:
Alexander Gordon
Viscount of Kenmure Succeeded by:
Forfeit

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