Background
HAMILTON, John George Harry was born on August 6, 1869. Son of late George Hamilton of Skene House, Aberdeen. The Black Watch.
HAMILTON, John George Harry was born on August 6, 1869. Son of late George Hamilton of Skene House, Aberdeen. The Black Watch.
Studied at Cheltenham College.
Entered army, 1890; Captain, 1899. Served South Africa, 1899-1902 (despatches twice, Queen's medal, 5 clasps, King’s medal, 2 clasps, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order). Doctorate.S.0.1900.