Major Herbert Hasler OBE DSO
(1914-1987)
British Army Major, Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, Companion of the Distinguished Service Order, and Cockleshell Hero
Died aged c. 73
Wikidata WikipediaHerbert George "Blondie" Hasler DSO, OBE (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.
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Commemorated on 1 plaque
The Cockleshell Heroes The Officers who launched the Commando raid on Bordeaux Harbour in 1942 lived in this house whilst training at the Lumps Fort at Southsea. Only two survived to make it home, of the others, two were drowned, six were captured and executed. Erected by Portsmouth City Council on the 70th Anniversary of the Raid.
9 Spencer Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom where they stayed (1942)