"SICKLERVILLE, New Jersey -- She's 101 years old, lived through Japanese occupation of the Philippines during World War II, and then went on to serve in the U.S. Army as a medical lab technician. Her name is Ruth Roque Herbolsheimer. And today, she was recognized as a 'Living Legend' by the Military Women's Memorial. The Military Women's Memorial is based in Arlington, Virginia, and preserves 'Her Story' through its monument and organization."
"The Military Women's Memorial is based in Arlington, Virginia, and preserves 'Her Story' through its monument and organization. They recognize 'Living Legends' when veterans turn 100 years old or if they have another significant accomplishment worth celebrating. Roque Herbolsheimer was joined today by her family and friends from her gym, where she works out several days per week. Watch the video above to see the special moment."
Ruth Roque Herbolsheimer is 101 years old, survived the Japanese occupation of the Philippines during World War II, and later served in the U.S. Army as a medical lab technician. She received recognition as a 'Living Legend' from the Military Women's Memorial, an Arlington, Virginia–based organization that preserves 'Her Story' through its monument and programs. The memorial bestows 'Living Legend' status on veterans who reach 100 years or who have another notable accomplishment. Roque Herbolsheimer celebrated the honor surrounded by family and friends from her gym, where she continues to work out several days per week.
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