If he saw this picture of himself he might just like it because I didn't quite capture his whole 107 years. He's a pretty amazing fellow though. He drove a car until he was 102. You can watch a short video of him here on YouTube.
Here is a picture of him at age 16.
And here is a more recent portrait.
During WWII he was captured by the Japanese in 1942, while working in a civilian capacity in the Philippines. He spend the remainder of that war as a prisoner.
After the war, he returned to the United States, got married and bought a farm in West Virginia where he still lives.
You can read more about his incredible life here.
Here is a picture of him at age 16.
And here is a more recent portrait.
During WWII he was captured by the Japanese in 1942, while working in a civilian capacity in the Philippines. He spend the remainder of that war as a prisoner.After the war, he returned to the United States, got married and bought a farm in West Virginia where he still lives.
You can read more about his incredible life here.
Very nice post. Thanks for honoring him today.
ReplyDeleteYou did a fabulous job on his portrait! And what a wonderful story.
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job on his portrait. You really nailed his eyes and expression. What an incredible man. I really think you are gifted with the faces. Keep it up.
ReplyDelete107!! Wow! You captured him very well - what a wonderful tribute!
ReplyDeleteThanks for bringing his story here! It was fascinating to read. What a wonderful long and interesting life he led. Your drawing is a wonderful likeness!
ReplyDeleteWonderful picture of a wonderful person! Thank you for this very interesting post!
ReplyDeleteHe's a handsome lad. Wow, what a life and what longevity. A true survivor. He not only survived the war and his captivity, but everything else the last hundred years or so have thrown at him. Incredible genes!
ReplyDeleteYou've captured his friendly smile just perfectly, Stevie!
ReplyDeleteI love history, and pieces of history, and people of history. Nice read, today, Stevie. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI got a surprise in my mailbox today! I love your postcard - thank you so much!
ReplyDeletethis is a wonderful sketch. you've really captured his essence! interesting post and story of this man!
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