Background
He was the son of Gustavus William Hamilton-Russell, 9th Viscount Boyne and Lady Margaret Selina Lascelles.
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Education
He was educated at Eton College.
Career
He became a Brigadier in the 17th/21st Lancers. Between 1957 and 1965 served as Colonel of the 17th/21st Lancers. In 1968 his position was High Sheriff of Yorkshire and in 1973 Deputy Lieutenant (Doctor of Laws) of the North Riding, Yorkshire.
In 1939 Hamilton-Russell married Honorary
They had three children. Brian Gustavus Hamilton-Russell, Richard Desmond Hamilton-Russell and Veronica Anne Hamilton-Russell.
Achievements
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Hamilton-Russell fought in World World War II and was decorated with the award of Companion, Distinguished Service Order (Defence Science Organisation) in 1943 and the award of Companion, Distinguished Service Order (Defence Science Organisation) (and bar) in 1944. In 1977 he became a Lieutenant of the Royal Victorian Order (LVO).
Membership
In 1956 he became a member of the Gentlemen at Arms the British Monarch"s personal bodyguard.
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Died
March 2, 1999 (aged 90)