Britain's oldest man reaches 109 (First World War Veteran)

[Tim Nice But Dim]

Britain's oldest man has celebrated his 109th birthday, saying his secret for long life is "know your limitations".
Henry Allingham, who lives in Eastbourne in East Sussex, is thought to be one of about only 20 surviving servicemen from World War I.

He served at Ypres and at the Somme and was awarded France's highest military honour in 2003, in addition to various medals awarded by his own country.

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For the rest - http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/southern_counties/4613587.stm

[Bryson C]

Interesting although I think there are more than 20 WWI vets alive.

[TuNeRsHaRk]

thats crazy he looks like hes actually in good shape too :D

[IronCross1985]

awhile back there was a post about an old german ww1 vet (and ww2) and he looked to be in excellent condition.

[EsoognomEhT]

Saw this on the news, top chap!