Kenneth N. MacKenzie

Kenneth N. MacKenzie
Born(1897-11-26)26 November 1897
Oban, Scotland
Died29 September 1951(1951-09-29) (aged 53)
Known forRole during exploration of Antarctica
AwardsPolar Medal

Kenneth Norman MacKenzie (26 November 1897 – 29 September 1951) was an officer in the merchant fleet known for his role in the British Australian and New Zealand Antarctic Research Expedition, for which he was awarded a Polar Medal.

Return of the Discovery in 1931 – MacKenzie (black jacket) standing next to Mawson in balaclava in middle row.
The officers of Discovery – W.G. Griggs, Chief Engineer; Mr. Child, 3rd Officer; J.K. Davis, Master; W.R. Colbeck, 2nd Officer; B.F. Welsh, 2nd Engineer; K.N. MacKenzie, 1st Officer; Wireless Petty-Officer William
A black and white photograph of RRS Discovery signed by then Captain MacKenzie – inscribed "On we go, sincerely yours". The leader of the BANZARE expedition was Sir Douglas Mawson.