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1 month ago

Retired Oakland officer called an inspiration' at birthday bash. At 104, he may be oldest cop in U.S.

Jessen, a WWII veteran and retired Oakland officer, was celebrated for his lengthy service and as an inspiration for many in the police community.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Joe Harris, oldest WWII paratrooper who paved way for Black soldiers, dies at 108

"He was a kind, caring, compassionate man," his daughter La Tanya Pittman told The Times. "He didn't let the fact that he was fighting for freedom during segregated times stop him from living his life."
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