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Sir Joshua Reynolds' painting of John Murray, 4th Earl of Dunmore
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John Murray, 4th Earl of Dunmore

Known for Lord Dunmore's Proclamation, which promised freedom to any enslaved man who fought for Britain during the Revolution, Lord Dunmore served as governor of both New York and Virginia and as a staunch defender of the Crown.

Title
Governor of the Province of Virginia, Governo
War & Affiliation
Rev War, British
Date of Birth - Death
c. 1730 - February 25, 1809
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