Draper Kauffman
Military Person
1911 – 1979
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Who was Draper Kauffman?
Rear Admiral Draper Laurence Kauffman was a pioneering underwater demolition expert, who served during the 1960s as 44th Superintendent of the United States Naval Academy. During World War II, he organized the first U.S. Navy Demolition Teams, which later gave rise to the SEALs. His wartime service also included participation in the invasions of Saipan, Tinian, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa.
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- Born
- Aug 4, 1911
San Diego - Nationality
- United States of America
- Education
- United States Naval Academy
- Died
- Aug 1, 1979
- Resting place
- United States Naval Academy Cemetery
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on July 23, 2013
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