Today, Frank Buckles visited the Pentagon. He is only one of two remaining World War I veterans still alive. Today, they dedicated his portrait to the Pentagon's World War I gallery. CPL Bucles is 107 years young. In attendance for today's ceremony was the SecDef, SecArmy, Chief of Staff, Army along with many other service members and family. I must say, it was pretty cool to see.

http://www.dejongestudio.com/

It is always an inspiration to see the last few remaining heroes from WW1. Indominitable spirit. I salute them.

it was amazing. he was in a wheelchair, but he was still pretty sharp considering his age. I was very happy to be there......




Houston Chronicle
March 7, 2008 Bush Honors The Service Of World War I Veteran, 107
By Associated Press
Calling it a high honor, President Bush on Thursday warmly greeted 107-year-old Frank Woodruff Buckles, described by the White House as the oldest living American-born veteran of World War I.
"Mr. Buckles' mind is sharp, his memory is crisp, and he's been sharing with me some interesting anecdotes," Bush said in the Oval Office. Buckles, in a wheelchair to Bush's right, sat quietly with his hands clasped as the president spoke during a short photo opportunity.
Bush said that before reporters came in the room, Buckles had recalled chatting with General John J. Pershing, a legendary figure from World War I.
Eager to get in the Army in 1917, Buckles lied to a military recruiter about his age and enlisted at the start of the U.S. involvement in the war.
He served in the United States, the United Kingdom, Germany and France. By 1920, he was discharged with the rank of corporal.
"Mr. Buckles has a vivid recollection of historic times," Bush said.
"And one way for me to honor the service of those who wear the uniform in the past and those who wear it today is to herald you, sir, and to thank you very much for your patriotism and your love for America."
Buckles, a West Virginia resident, was born in 1901.

the last of a dying breed, just to imagine the change in the world and the united states thats been seen though his eyes....

When he was a kid versus today, kinda crazy.