William McEwan | |
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Member of Parliament for Edinburgh Central | |
In office 1886–1900 | |
Preceded by | John Wilson |
Succeeded by | George Mackenzie Brown |
Personal details | |
Born | Alloa, Scotland | 16 July 1827
Died | 12 May 1913 Mayfair, London, England | (aged 85)
Resting place | Great Bookham, Surrey, England |
Political party | Liberal |
Spouse |
Helen Anderson (after 1885) |
Children | Dame Margaret Greville |
Education | Alloa Academy |
Occupation | Brewer and politician |
William McEwan (/məˈkjuːən/ mə-KEW-ən; 16 July 1827 – 12 May 1913) was a Scottish politician and brewer. He founded the Fountain Brewery in 1856, served as a member of parliament (MP) from 1886 to 1900, and funded the construction of the McEwan Hall at the University of Edinburgh.
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