A man believed to be the oldest living American World War II veteran celebrated his 110th birthday on Thursday, reports said.
Breitbart:
Lawrence Brooks, who was born on September 12, 1909, celebrated the event at the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana, surrounded by family and friends.
“Brooks served as a support worker in the Army’s 91st Engineer Battalion, a majority African-American unit stationed in New Guinea and the Philippines during the war,” according to a museum press release. “He reached the rank of private first class. He was the servant to three white officers in the battalion.”
Stephen Watson, the president and CEO of the museum, said, “The museum’s mission is to tell the important stories of the men and women who served in World War II. We are honored to celebrate Lawrence Brooks, whose life and service are filled with such stories of bravery and determination.”
Brooks, a New Orleans native, received hugs and kisses from everyone including the Victory Belles, a vocal-trio who entertained party guests and sang “Happy Birthday” to the veteran. MORE
Hope he’s enjoyed every one of his 110 yrs. I can’t see the pic tho without seeing Benny at the crap table in Harlem Nights. “Scuse me, I got something in my eye.”
Happy Birthday, Brother Brooks!
Hey, where da white women at?
Great story. Looks like part of him is standing at attention for the first time in years.
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What a wonderful thing Mr. Brooks! Thank you for your service to our country.
My dad, Gordon, a WWII infantry vet of the Pacific Theatre told us he wanted to live to a hundred and ten. He made it to ninety four. We lost him in the early hours of this past August the first.
We just don’t have that many vets of that war left. If you spot one from a hat or maybe a patch on their clothes, speak to them. Means more than you know.