Birthdate: 1764 AD
Birthplace: Stornoway, Lewis, Scotland
Died: March 12, 1820
Alexander Mackenzie, a Scottish explorer and fur trader, made significant contributions to North American exploration. In 1793, he became the first European to cross North America, solidifying his reputation as a pioneering figure in the continent’s exploration. Mackenzie’s legacy is immortalized through landmarks such as the Mackenzie River and Mount Sir Alexander, named in recognition of his impactful exploratory endeavors.
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