Background
The son of Maxwell Garthshore, he was born in London on 28 October 1764.
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William Garthshore
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Education
He was educated at Westminster School and Christ Church, Oxford, where he graduated Master of Arts
Career
In 1789, and became a tutor. He later was tutor to the Earl of Dalkeith, and made a Grand Tour in Europe with him. Returning in 1792, he was recommended to the government by Henry Scott, 3rd Duke of Buccleuch, father of the Earl.
And was appointed private secretary to Henry Dundas when Secretary for War in 1794.
Garthshore was elected Member of Parliament for Launceston in January 1795, and for Weymouth in September of the same year, and retained his seat till his death. He died on 5 April 1806.
Membership
1st United Kingdom Parliament. 2nd United Kingdom Parliament.
