Last World War I veteran Frank W. Buckles dies at 110:
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| Frank W. Buckles (Image via Washington Post) |
Frank W. Buckles died early Sunday, sadly yet not unexpectedly at age 110, having achieved a singular feat of longevity that left him proud and a bit bemused.
In 1917 and 1918, close to 5 million Americans served in World War I, and Mr. Buckles, a cordial fellow of gentle humor, was the last known survivor. 'I knew there'd be only one someday,' he said a few years back. 'I didn't think it would be me.'
I will not be cordial with people today if they start in with some Corey Haim nonsense before at least acknowledging the passing of Mr. Buckles. Doughboy before Lost Boy, please.
