Herbert Hasler, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Herbert Hasler

Royal Marines officer

Date of Birth: 27-Feb-1914

Place of Birth: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

Date of Death: 05-May-1987

Profession: sailor

Nationality: United Kingdom

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Lieutenant-Colonel Herbert George "Blondie" Hasler (27 February 1914 – 5 May 1987) was a Lieutenant Colonel in the Royal Marines.
In December 1942, Hasler led a small commando raid in World War II against Axis shipping in Bordeaux.
He was responsible for many of the concepts which ultimately led to the post-war formation of the Special Boat Service.
After the war he became a notable yachtsman, contributing especially to developments in single-handed sailing.