Herbert George Hasler | |
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| Nickname(s) | Blondie |
| Born | 27 February 1914 Dublin, Ireland |
| Died | 5 May 1987 (aged 73) Glasgow, Scotland |
| Allegiance | United Kingdom |
| Service | Royal Marines |
| Years of service | 1932–1948 |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Battles / wars | Second World War |
| Awards | Distinguished Service Order Officer of the Order of the British Empire Mentioned in Despatches Croix de guerre (France) |
Herbert George "Blondie" Hasler, DSO, OBE (27 February 1914 – 5 May 1987) was a lieutenant colonel in the Royal Marines. Soon after joining the Marines, he grew a splendid blonde moustache, from which he acquired his nickname ‘Blondie'. In December 1942, during the Second World War, Hasler led a small commando raid against Axis shipping in Bordeaux. He was responsible for many of the concepts which ultimately led to the formation of the Special Boat Service. After the war he became a notable yachtsman, contributing especially to developments in single-handed sailing.