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World War II Veteran Asking For 100 Cards To Celebrate 100th Birthday

WATAUGA, TX. (KDKA) -- A World War II veteran is turning 100-years-old next month and he has one special wish for his birthday.

James South turns 100 on October 7 and his birthday wish is to receive 100 cards.

His senior living home posted a picture of him with a sign asking for the cards.

South joined the Army in 1940 and was deployed to Normandy seven days after D-Day.

The address to send cards is:
5800 North Park Drive
Watauga, Texas 76148.

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