James Bruce, 8th Earl of Elgin and 12th Earl of Kincardine, was a British colonial administrator and diplomat. He served as Governor of Jamaica (1842–1846), Governor General of the Province of Canada (1847–1854), and Viceroy of India (1862–1863). He is also noted for his role during the Second Opium War.
- Occupation
- politician, diplomat, governor
- Position held
- Governor-General of India, Governor General of Canada, Member of the Privy Council of the United Kingdom, Governor of Jamaica
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
- Born
- July 20, 1811
