World's last female First World War veteran dies - Telegraph
A devoted dog-owner, Mrs Powers formed the Western Canada Pekingese Club, and remained its honorary president until her death.
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UK says last female World War I vet has died
Gladys truly was an amazing woman,» said Ed Fast, who represents Abbotsford in Canada's Parliament.
«She was remarkable not only for her longevity but also for her active life. She lived every moment to the very fullest, even in the last few years of her life.
Worlds last female First World War veteran dies, aged 109
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Photograph by : Peter Battistoni/Vancouver Sun
"She was right in it. She was in the underground tunnels when the bombs were dropping," said her daughter-in-law Pat Powers
"It's something you don't forget and it's something that affects your life forever."
Great story, post, pics, links! Thanks. R.I.P. Gladys Powers. Condolences to all family and friends.
What a woman...they don’t make them like that anymore.
3 husbands? She kept busy.
I know this is a US flag, and she was British, but she's still deserving of a salute from Uncle Sam. God Bless you Gladys!
I always think that these people who lied about their age to get into the fight had real ambition.
Goodnight, M’am and God bless.
RIP.