About John Mackenzie
Lived 1876 – 1949 (aged 73). John Mackenzie was a British sailor.
John Mackenzie (21 September 1876 – 9 December 1949) was a Scottish sailor who competed for the Royal Clyde Yacht Club at the 1908 Summer Olympics. Mackenzie was born in Greenock.
He was a crew member of the Scottish boat Hera, which won the gold medal in the 12-metre class.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Mackenzie?
Scottish competitive sailor (1876–1949)
When was John Mackenzie born?
John Mackenzie was born on 21 September 1876 in Greenock.
When did John Mackenzie die?
John Mackenzie died on 9 December 1949.
What was John Mackenzie's occupation?
John Mackenzie was a sailor.
What nationality was John Mackenzie?
John Mackenzie was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Mackenzie (sailor)
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