History of Clan Mackay in Art

Story and Artwork by Bill Mackay, 
Linlithgow Bridge, Scotland

FALKLAND ISLANDS, 1982

 

Sgt. Ian Mackay has to take over the platoon when his officer was shot in both legs.  Sgt. Mackay attacked 3 machine gun positions and fell, mortally wounded attacking a forth.  He was awarded the Victoria Cross posthumously.
 
This concludes this special feature.  Many thanks to Bill for sharing his art and history with us in this special way!