Alexander Lawrence was born in Coleraine, County Londonderry. He served in the 19th and 77th Regiments. He returned after fifteen years service in India, having risen to the rank of colonel. He had four sons, three of whom served with distinction in India: Sir George Alexander Lawrence (1804-1884); Sir Henry Lawrence (1806-1857); Lord John Lawrence (1811-1879).

Born:	1764
Died:	1835