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Oldest veteran George Webb still thrives at 100
George Webb, a Spanish American War veteran from Owensville, celebrated his 100th birthday on April 9 with family nearby. Born in Somerset Kentucky, Webb joined the army just under 17, served in Puerto Rico, and later farmed across Kentucky IllinoisFlorida. He lives with his daughter Edna and son in law Willard Vance and has 26 grandchildren 39 great grandchildren and 27 great great grandchildren. He plans to march in the Memorial Day parade in Milford, likely his last, supported by family members.
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