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Campbell died on 8 June 1753, aged 82. "By his first marriage to
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Campbell died on 8 June 1753, aged 82. By his first marriage to
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grandson, Daniel Campbell of Shawfield and Islay (c 1737–1777). Another grandson was
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A Very Canny Scot: 'Great' Daniel Campbell of Shawfield and Islay 1670-1753
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