Richard Marcinko
American commander and author of Rogue Warrior
Born
November 21st, 1940
84 years ago
Died
2021
4 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United States
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Born in 1940, a U.S. Navy commander and author gained recognition for founding SEAL Team Six, a special forces unit designed for counter-terrorism operations. Commanded SEAL Team Two and participated in various missions, including the Vietnam War. After retiring from the Navy, wrote the Rogue Warrior series, which detailed military concepts and personal experiences. His work contributed to a greater understanding of special operations forces and their roles in modern warfare.
Founded SEAL Team Six
Wrote the Rogue Warrior series
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