Private Alexander Mackay DCM
| Conflict | full listWW1 |
|---|---|
| Unit | 2nd Battalion, Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders |
| Service No | S/8001 |
| Born | Embo 1879 |
| Parents | Donald Mackay of 11 Back Street, Embo |
| Died | 17.6.16 aged 37 |
Distinguished Conduct Medal (Gazetted 24.6.16)
Citation:
For conspicuous gallantry. He went out in broad daylight, after the enemy had exploded a mine, and, when unable to drag in a wounded man, stood boldly up regardless of heavy fire and carried him into safety.
Buried: Cambrin Churchyard Extension, France O. 2.
Memorials:
- Dornoch War Memorial
- Memorial Plaque in Dornoch Free Church
- Memorial Plaque in Embo Village Hall
- Clan Mackay Society War Memorial Roll of Honour
- Seaforth Highlanders Roll of Honour, Scottish National War Memorial, Edinburgh Castle
Last updated 10 March 2011