9 February 1915

Louis died of shrapnel wounds, incurred on the frontline, at Netley Hospital near Southampton. I have been unable to locate his service record. By 9 February 1915, the 2nd Seaforth Highlanders were in the process of an extensive change-over in personnel, whilst near Messines.

Private LOUIS MACKENZIE

Last address in Lewis: 1 Callanish,
Brother of Angus Mackenzie, 1 Callanish
Service unit: 2nd Seaforth Highlanders
Service number: 8867
Date of death: 9 February 1915 at the age of 31
Interred: Netley Military Cemetery, grave N. 326
Local memorial: East Loch Roag, Callanish