Don Graves: 100th Birthday Celebration for WWII Hero and Iwo Jima Veteran

A Century of Life and Service

• 🎂 Don Graves, a WWII hero and veteran of the Battle of Iwo Jima, celebrated his 100th birthday.
• 🎶 Graves, who enlisted at 17 and operated a flamethrower, is one of the few remaining veterans from the 36-day campaign.
• 💔 He humbly states, "I don't think I'm a hero. I think there's 7,000 of my buddies on Iwo Jima. They were heroes because they sacrificed."

Celebrating a Living Legend

• 🥳 Friends and fans gathered for a memorable party to honor Graves, who expressed his love for life and people, stating, "I don't feel old. I don't feel older than 50."
• 🎁 As part of the celebration, he received a special blend of black rifle coffee and a custom Texas Rangers jersey.
• 🎤 Known for his love of singing, Graves entertained the crowd, embodying the spirit of a rock star.

Gratitude and Remembrance

• 💖 Graves is deeply thankful for the gift of time and the opportunity to honor his fellow soldiers.
• 🇺🇸 The celebration served as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by veterans and the enduring spirit of heroes.