'I would do it all over' | America's youngest WWII veteran was sent to war at age 14

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After finishing 7th grade in 1944 he signed up for the draft, claiming to be 18. At six feet tall, no one questioned his age. He was in fact, only 13 years old.
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As a six foot tall 13 year old, I can both understand the drive to fake your age to get away with something and stand in awe of the bravery of this man and his decision to enlist. Respect sir, rest in peace.

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Lt. Colonel Robert Earl “Bob” Kelso, U.S. Army (Retired), passed away peacefully at his home in Terrell Hills, Texas on January 23, 2024 at age 93.

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RIP Lt Colonel Robert Kelso. Your legacy will forever live on. TY!

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Nut I'm sure he had a hellofa biology class, fighting ww2. Better than dissecting frogs, I'm sure.

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Such a shame the English didn't honour the Polish aces flying at 11 to 16. My grandad was flying at age 12, he had no choice. Did not fake his age and Churchill took his passport, papers and all id to give uk passports. He was sent to cut Withy and make charcoal. He had 18 medals taken away. He passed at 104

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