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Murchison was born at Tarradale House, Muir of Ord, Ross-shire, the son of Kenneth Murchison.

His wealthy father died in 1796, when Roderick was 4 years old, and he was sent to Durham School 3 years later, and then the military college at Great Marlow to be trained for the army.

In 1808 he landed with Wellesley in Galicia, and was present at the actions of Roliça and Vimeiro.

Subsequently under Sir John Moore, he took part in the retreat to Corunna and the final battle there.