Oldest WW II Vet Dies, Lawrence Brooks, 112, Dies-- Part 4

After the war, Mr. Brooks worked as a forklift operator until he retired in the 1960s.

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina destroyed his home when he was in his late 90s.  He had to be evacuated from his home's roof via helicopter.

Starting with his 105th birthday, the National World War II Museum began throwing him annual birthday parties.  His favorite part of those parties was watching the Victory Belles trio performing  music of the 1940s.

During the coronavirus years of 2020 and 2021, the museum  organized a parade in front of his home  with brass bands and the Krewe of Zulu warriors in full regalia.

"Even at age 112, Mr. Brooks stood up and danced a little.

Truly One of America's Greatest Generation.  --GreGen

America's Oldest World War II Veteran Celebrates His 110th Birthday in New Orleans

From Fox News by Nicole Darrah.

Lawrence Brooks, considered to be our oldest WW II veteran, celebrated his 110th birthday Thursday in New Orleans at the National World War II Museum  he was born September 12, 1909 and served in the 91st  Engineer Battalion stationed in New Guinea and then the Philippines.  The 91st was predominately a black unit.

He served between 1940 and 1945 and his primary duty was as a servant to three white officers.  He attained the rank of private 1st class.

he is now considered to be the oldest veteran after the death of Richard Overton in December at the age of 112.  He has been returning to the museum for birthday celebrations ever since his 105th birthday.

One of the Greatest Generation.  --GreGen