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Alexander McKenzie (Medal of Honor)
Alexander McKenzie (born 1837) was a United States Navy Boatswain's Mate who received the Medal of Honor during the Korean Expedition. He was wounded in the rescue of Lieutenant Hugh McKee and was struck by a sword.
Alexander McKenzie | |
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Medal of Honor recipient | |
| Born | 1837 Glasgow, Scotland |
| Died | Unknown |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Rank | Boatswain's Mate |
| Unit | USS Colorado |
| Battles/wars | Korean Expedition |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Boatswain's Mate, United States Navy. Born: 1837, Scotland. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 169, February 8, 1872.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Colorado during the capture of the Korean forts, June 11, 1871. Fighting at the side of Lt. McKee during this action, McKenzie was struck by a sword and received a severe cut in the head from the blow.[1]
See also
References
- ^ "Medal of Honor recipients". American Medal of Honor recipients for the 1871 Korean Campaign. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Retrieved March 28, 2010.