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WWII and Korean War Veteran Celebrates 101st Birthday at Hooters

Purple Heart Recipient Harry Perez Cerezo Plans to Continue Tradition Until 105

  • World War II and Korean War veteran, Harry Perez Cerezo, celebrated his 101st birthday at Hooters in El Paso, Texas.
  • Cerezo, a Purple Heart recipient, was joined by family, friends, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars organization for the celebration.
  • He plans to continue this tradition until he turns 105, having first discovered Hooters on his 100th birthday.
  • Cerezo served 22 years in the U.S. Armed Forces, was shot in the back during the Korean War, and later worked for the U.S. Postal Service.
  • At 101, Cerezo is in excellent health, lives independently, and maintains an active lifestyle with daily exercise.
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