Famous People with Name Menzies

Archibald Menzies            Origin/Culture/Country: Scottish

Archibald Menzies: was a Scottish surgeon and naturalist.In 1786 Menzies was appointed surgeon on board the Prince of Wales (Captain James Colnett), on a fur-trading voyage round Cape Horn to the northern Pacific. This ship, in company of Princess Royal (Captain Duncan), visited North America, China and Hawai'i (the Sandwich Isles) several times; Menzies collected a number of new plants on this voyage, and also ensured that none of the crew died of illness. Menzies returned to England in 1789. He was elected a fellow of the Linnean Society in 1790.

Alexander William "Alex" Menzies            Origin/Culture/Country: Scottish

Alexander William "Alex" Menzies: was a Scottish association footballer who played as a forward for Hearts and Manchester United in the 1900s. Menzies began his football career with Blantyre Victoria in 1901. He signed for Hearts in December 1902, making two appearances for the club before being sent on loan to Motherwell. Menzies made just one appearance for Scotland, a 2–1 win over England in April 1906.

Henry Fisher Menzies            Origin/Culture/Country: Scottish

Henry Fisher Menzies: was a Scottish rugby player. Henry played 4 times (starting all 4) for Scotland. His debut was on February 4, 1893 against Wales.