For Jack Appel, 101, the Allies' victory in Europe − made ... veterans still alive in the United States. Most are 90 years old or older. "We are at a critical time where we need to take ...

"I don't think we've ever had two sisters here that made it that far," said Alice Coghill ... strawberry shortcake, and her 101-year-old sister, Hirt, celebrating by her side.