Alexander McKenzie

On episode one hundred and forty-seven, the story of Alexander McKenzie is told. This episode is brought to you by Combat Flip Flops: flipping the view on how wars are won - business, not bullets. Be sure to visit our website for more information as the show goes on at: www.talesofhonorpodcast.com.

Alexander was born in 1837 in Scotland and he served with the US Navy. Not much is known about his early life or even his death. We do know that his actions earned him the Medal of Honor. The citation reads:

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.