Beach Jumpers were U.S. Navy special warfare units organized during World War II by Lieutenant Douglas Fairbanks, Jr.. They specialized in deception and psychological warfare. The units were active from 1943–1946 and 1951–1972.
Read more about Beach Jumpers: Inspired By British Tactics, Action During World War II, Service in Cold War, Vietnam, Retirement
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