Background
Forbes was born in Aberdeen, Scotland in 1829 the second son of Walter Forbes, 18th Lord Forbes.
Forbes was born in Aberdeen, Scotland in 1829 the second son of Walter Forbes, 18th Lord Forbes.
He attended Oriel College, Oxford graduating with a Bachelor in 1849, followed by an Master of Arts in 1851.
He was from some time a master at Radley College prior to his father"s death at which time he was referred to as Master of Forbes. He was a Scottish representative peer to the House of Lords from 1868 to 1806 upon succeeding his father to the title. He was a staunch supporter of the Primrose League.