William Ogilvy

Background

He was a younger son of Walter Ogilvy of Clova (died 1819) and his wife Jean, daughter of John Ogilvy Doctor of Medicine, of Balfour and Murkl.

Career

He was a brother of Honorary Donald Ogilvy. He fought in the Peninsula War and at the Battle of Waterloo. In January 1831, he contested a by-election for the Perth Burghs.

The 1831 general election followed a few weeks later, and Ogilvy began canvassing, but withdrew for lack of support.

Achievements

• His rival Francis Jeffrey was returned as the winner, but Ogilvy lodged a petition, and was declared elected on 28 March 1831.

Membership

9th United Kingdom Parliament.