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What was his full name?

  • Frederick Hamilton-Temple-Blackwood

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Frederick Hamilton-Temple-Blackwood was the full name of the individual in question. This lengthy name is a result of the combination of his family surnames. The hyphenated structure indicates that he inherited surnames from both his paternal and maternal lineages. Such naming conventions were common among aristocratic families, particularly in the United Kingdom, to preserve family heritage and lineage.
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