What society did John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute, become the first president of in 1780?
Royal Society
Society of Antiquaries of Scotland
Scottish Historical Society
Royal Scottish Academy
Answer
John Stuart, 3rd Earl of Bute, was elected as the first president of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland when it was founded in 1780. This society promotes the study of Scotland's past.
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