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Alexander B Mckenzie

1837
Medal of Honor - Navy

Alexander B Mckenzie served the U.S. Marine Corps. Alexander also served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Alexander served in World War II.

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Alexander Mckenzie — Headstone Front
Alexander Mckenzie — Headstone Front
Service Record
U.S. Marine Corps
1943 – 1943
U.S. Marine Corps
1943 – 1945
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
11 June 1871

On board the USS Colorado during the capture of the Korean forts, 11 June 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.

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For valor

Medal of Honor - Navy June 11, 1871
On board the USS Colorado during the capture of the Korean forts, 11 June 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.
Burial Information
Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery
Section HH
Columbarium HH
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Alexander B Mckenzie
U.S. Marine Corps
1943 - 1943
Medal of Honor - Navy

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