John Tinniswood, the oldest man in the world and the oldest veteran of World War II, has died at the age of 112. His family announced the Briton's death.
John Tinniswood died on Monday at a Southport care home “surrounded by music and love,” his family said in a statement. “John always liked to say 'thank you'. So on his behalf we would like to thank everyone who has cared for him over the years, including his carers at Hollies Care Home, his GPs, nurses, occupational therapists and other NHS staff. .)” – we read in the announcement.
The oldest man in the world has died
John Tinniswood was born on August 26, 1912 in Merseyside in northern England – a few months after the sinking of the Titanic and two years before the outbreak of the First World War. During World War II, he worked in an administrative position in the Royal Army Pay Corps, the formation responsible for the finances of the British army. After the war, he was an accountant, retiring in 1972 – recalls the British “Guardian”.
When he was asked in August this year how it felt to turn 112, he replied: “Honestly, nothing has changed. I don't feel this age, I don't get excited about it. That's probably why I lived to see it. I just approach it like anything else.” “. The Guinness Records Office quoted this statement on its official website on the eve of the Briton's birthday.
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The secret of longevity
His 112th birthday was the first he celebrated as the oldest man in the world – he gained this title after a 114-year-old Venezuelan Juan Vicente Perez Morawho died on April 2 this year. A few months earlier, when asked about the secret of his longevity, Tinniswood replied: “You either live long or you live short, and there's not much you can do about it.” – The world is always changing in its own way. It's kind of an ongoing experience… It's a little better, but not that much yet. Everything is going in the right direction, he added.
When asked about his diet, he admitted that he ate fish and chips every Friday, but otherwise he did not follow any specific diet. – I don't have any special secrets (of longevity – ed.). In my youth I was quite active, I walked a lot. But in my opinion, I don't stand out at all, said Tinniswood in August.
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