Arthur Hamilton

Arthur Hamilton was born on 25 November 1838 in Ribchester, Lancashire, United Kingdom to Philip Hamilton and Alexandra Hamilton. He was an Earl of Nelson.
In 1853, he was made ensign in the Duke of Lancashire's Regiment. In 1854, he was promoted to Lieutenant. In 1856, his father purchased him a commission as Captain. In 1861, as Major. 
In 1853, he was sent to fight in the Crimean War. He returned in 1856. In 1864, he left the regiment in order to work in other branches of the government and military. In 1869, he made Lieutenant Colonel. In 1873, he made Colonel and was sent as an attaché to Japan after their invasion of Taiwan in 1874. 
In 1861, he married Caroline Hamilton. In 1862, he had a son: William Hamilton. In 1864, he had a son: Edward Hamilton. In 1866, he had a daughter: Cecilia Hamilton. In 1867, he moved from Flagmount to Ribchester. In 1869 he had a son: Robert Hamilton. 
In 1882, he became Colonel of the Regiment. In 1886, he was released of his duties as Colonel and promoted to Brigadier. In 1891, he was promoted to Major General. In 1897, he was promoted to Lieutenant General. 
In 1900, he died of natural causes in Flagmount, County Kilkenny, Ireland. 
Residence: 
* 1858-1861: Darlington Abbey 
* 1861-1878: Flagmount House 
* 1878-1900: Ribchester House