Biography of James Deans

James Deans studied Latin and Greek at the University of Glasgow from 1809 to 1812. He was born in Glasgow, son of William Deans, a soldier.

Deans went on to become a Lieutenant and Adjutant of the 92nd Regiment. He died at Up-Park Camp, the headquarters of the British Army in Kingston, Jamaica in 1825.

Sources

Archival Materials

• Addison, W. Innes, The Matriculation Albums of the University of Glasgow, 1728-1858

Summary

James Deans
Born 10 October 1797.
Died 2 August 1825.
GU Degree: Arts, 1809-1812;
University Link: Student
Occupation categories: military
English snippet: Arts student at the University of Glasgow in 1809-1812
Record last updated: 24th Mar 2014

Country Associations

Scotland, Glasgow
Place of Birth

Jamaica, Kingston
Place of Death

University Connections

University Roles

• Student