80 Years Later

80 Years Later: The Seabees

Name: 80 Years Later: The Seabees
Uploaded: 2025-11-15T14:00:00-08:00
Channel: NBC Palm Springs
Description: Olivia Sandusky sits down with veteran Pete Behena to learn all about the Seebees and their vital work during WWII

By: NBC Palm Springs

November 15, 2025

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