List of veterans of World War I who died in 2008 facts for kids
World War I was a massive global conflict that happened between 1914 and 1918. Millions of soldiers from many different countries fought in this war. As time passed, fewer and fewer of these brave veterans were still alive. By 2008, nearly 90 years after the war ended, only a few of these incredible people remained. This article remembers some of the last known veterans of World War I who passed away in 2008.
Remembering World War I Veterans
World War I was a very important event in history. It changed the world in many ways. The soldiers who fought in it experienced things that are hard for us to imagine today. Many of them were very young when they joined the war. They served their countries with courage and dedication.
The Last of a Generation
By the early 21st century, most World War I veterans had already passed away due to old age. The year 2008 was particularly significant because several of the very last known veterans from different countries died that year. These individuals were often over 100 years old. They were living links to a past that shaped the modern world. Their passing marked the end of an era.
Why We Remember Them
These veterans are remembered for their service and for being the last survivors of a major historical event. They represent a generation that lived through immense challenges. Remembering them helps us understand history better. It also reminds us of the sacrifices made during wartime. Each veteran had a unique story, but they all shared the experience of serving in World War I.
Here are some of the veterans who served during World War I and died in 2008:
- Franz Künstler
- Raymond Cambefort
- Louis de Cazenave
- Fernand Goux
- Pierre Picault
- Lazare Ponticelli
- Erich Kästner
- Delfino Borroni
- Francesco Domenico Chiarello
- Yakup Satar
- Stanisław Wycech
- Mikhail Efimovich Krichevsky
- Ivy Campany
- Sydney Lucas
- Gladys Powers
- Stanley Stair
- Harry Richard Landis
