Archibald Lamont

Names: Lamont, Archibald

Born: 14 September 1864, Port Bannantyne, Bute Island, Scotland

Died: 27 November 1933, Durban South Africa

In summary: Archibald Lamont was one of seven children born to Alexander Lamont, a master-mariner and businessman, and Sarah Graham. Lamont completed his schooling in Glasgow and in

Archibald Lamont was one of seven children born to Alexander Lamont, a master-mariner and businessman, and Sarah Graham. Lamont completed his schooling in Glasgow and in 1888 obtained an MA degree (cum laude) in Ethics at the University of Glasgow.

References

  • Natal Archives, Pietermaritzburg, and Estate No. 871/33; - F.A. Mouton, Eerwaarde Archibald Lamont:
  • Kampvegter vir die minderbevoorregtes. Historia, 30(1), May 1989; - Obituaries
  • The Natal Advertiser, 27 November 1933
  • The Natal Mercury, 28 November 1933
  • Private information:  Dr A.M. Lamont (son), Durban.