Donald Rose

Donald Rose was the oldest British veteran of World War II, passing away at the age of 110. He played a significant role in the D-Day landings on June 6, 1944, where he was wounded in the leg, and he was part of the division that liberated the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in Germany. Born on December 24, 1914, Rose served in various theaters of the war, including North Africa, Italy, and France, earning several medals and the prestigious French Legion of Honor. He was celebrated as a war hero by his community and participated in commemorative events, reflecting on his experiences during the war and the impact they had on his life.