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  1. Skipper

    Skipper Kommodore

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    Louis de Cazenave, one of the last French "poilus" WWI vet (1914-18), died at the age of 110 ans


    Born 16 octobre 1897, Louis de Cazenave was the oldest surviving French WWI vet. He fought from 1916 in the 5th Senegalese bataillon . in 1919, after the war he became a railroad worker.

    He will have a nationwide funeral. :poppy:




    The last French WWI survivor is Lazare Ponticelli, born 7 décembre 1897.
     
    Skipper, Jan 20, 2008
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    The old boy lasted a long time. Salutes to him!

    Is this the French form of Lazarus, Skip? If so, it is quite appropriate, it seems.
     
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    It sure is and it is very appropriate, thank you for making me think of it. Lazare is quite famous in France. It's the name of one of the main stations in Paris.
     
    Skipper, Jan 21, 2008
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    Hi Skipper, im sorry for Frances loss as well as our loss. May he Rest in Peace. :salute: :mourn:

    Best regards--Carl.
     
    C.Evans, Jan 21, 2008
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    This man has surely seen a lot in his life.
    Rest in peace, Louis :salute:
     
    konigstiger, Jan 21, 2008
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    Its a shame to see them go. Been through so much.

    RIP sir, you've done your time.
     
    Hawkerace, Jan 21, 2008
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    Cheers guys. Your respect is appreciated.
     
    Skipper, Jan 22, 2008
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