Jake McNiece – Leader of the Real-Life “Dirty Dozen”

Celebrate the wild grit and fearless leadership of James “Jake” McNiece, the legendary WWII paratrooper and leader of the infamous Filthy Thirteen. Known for their no-nonsense attitude, untamed haircuts, and relentless demolition missions behind enemy lines, McNiece and his crew inspired the classic novel The Dirty Dozen—and the hit film that followed.

More than just a soldier, McNiece was a symbol of raw determination and unfiltered bravery.

This design is for fans of true wartime legends, badass history, and the unshakable spirit of the paratroopers who broke all the rules and still got the job done.