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How old is the oldest living veteran? A look at the world's most senior service members

As of September 28, 2025, Romanian combat veteran Ilie Ciocan is recognized as the world's oldest living veteran, having celebrated his 112th birthday in June. This incredible milestone brings attention to a small but significant group of supercentenarians who have served their countries, prompting the question: How old is the oldest living veteran?

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Did humans ever live for hundreds of years? Examining science and myth

The longest verified human lifespan on record belongs to Jeanne Calment, who lived to 122 years old, but many historical and religious texts describe individuals living for centuries. This raises the question: Did humans ever live for hundreds of years? The answer involves a fascinating look at the difference between documented, scientific evidence and legendary or mythical accounts of extreme longevity.

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Did anyone live to 100 in the Middle Ages? The truth about medieval longevity

Despite the common belief that no one lived past 30, it is a myth that people in the Middle Ages were uniformly short-lived, with some well-documented individuals approaching or even possibly reaching 100 years of age. While the average life expectancy was low due to high infant mortality and disease, a person who survived childhood had a far greater chance of a longer life than modern statistics suggest.

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