How one officer risked a court-martial to create an elite maritime force
In short: Discover the origins of the Special Boat Service, an elite unit known as the 'shadowy sister of the SAS.' This video explores how Roger 'Jumbo' Courtney demonstrated the immense value of specialized maritime operations during WWII.
The Special Boat Service (SBS) is a highly trained special forces unit that conducts daring night raids, hostage rescues, and harrowing missions. While many are unaware of its existence, its history traces back to World War II, when officer Roger 'Jumbo' Courtney took significant personal risks to prove the necessity of a dedicated maritime unit to his superiors.
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