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Veterans Advocate Goes The Extra Mile To Celebrate WWII Sailor's 100th Birthday
"For me, they're model men. I don't even know how to explain it," Helin said. "I just want him to feel like he's loved and appreciated."
August 1, 2024
A San Mateo man who helps formerly unhoused military veterans is expanding his mission to reach more of the county's 24,000 veterans.
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John Helin plotted for months to surprise Frank Abramo, organizing a 100th birthday party for the World War II veteran. Only about 119,000 of them -- fewer than one percent -- are still living according to the National World War II Museum
"For me, they're model men. I don't even know how to explain it," Helin said. "I just want him to feel like he's loved and appreciated."
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