James Leslie (principal)
James Leslie | |
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| Born | c.1610 |
| Died | 1678 |
| Occupation | Principal of Marischal College |
| Spouses |
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| Children | 6 |
James Leslie (c.1610–1678) was a Scottish physician who was principal of Marischal College (now part of the University of Aberdeen) from 1661 until his death in 1678.[1]
Life
He was born in Aberdeen the son of Thomas Leslie a burgess. He studied medicine at Aberdeen University and qualified as a physician. In 1661 he replaced William Moir as principal of Marischal College.[2]
He died in 1678. His position as principal was filled by Robert Paterson.
Family
He married three times:
Firstly to Elizabeth Lumsden of Ruthrieston (d.1663) and had three children:
- John Leslie
- Marjory – married Robert Bruce
- Ann Leslie – married John Forbes, Laird of Corse
Secondly he married Miss Gray, daughter of Provost Gray of Aberdeen and had three more children:
- Elizabeth – married George Peacock
- Catherine
- Magdalen
Lastly he married Margaret Bennet.
References
- ↑ Officers of the Marischal College and University of Aberdeen, 1593-1860. Aberdeen University Press. 1897. p. 28.
- ↑ Fasti Ecclesiae Scoticanae; vol. 7; by Hew Scott
