WWII Veterans Celebrate Milestones and Legacies

Several World War II veterans have recently celebrated milestone birthdays, sharing their secrets to longevity and receiving special recognition for their service. Ruth Dicksee, a 103-year-old Royal Air Force veteran, attributes her long life to a daily glass of sherry and celebrated her birthday in Salisbury, Wiltshire with family and friends. John Fife, who turned 100, highlighted the significance of smartphones and maintains his health with daily goals and activity. Albert Henley 'Hank' Sturgess Jr. was recently laid to rest at the age of 103; he was known for his bravery in the Navy and attributed his longevity to God's grace. Ralph Cochran celebrated his 102nd birthday in Louisville, appreciated with a convoy of vintage vehicles, and remains active and mentally sharp. These veterans' stories highlight the varying personal and historical legacies they carry with them into their centenarian years.