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Tony Johnson, a 105-year-old World War Two veteran, is known for his fierce independence and sharp mind in his hometown of Worsley, Greater Manchester. Despite having celebrated his 105th birthday, the war hero was seen cheerfully flipping through the pages of the Daily Mail, which he purchased for just over £2,000 in the 1960s. Johnson goes through the financial pages, keeping updated on the stock market and business movements each day.
A regular crossword puzzler and puzzle enthusiast, Johnson still uses his iPad and computer frequently, although he admits to not posting on social media as much. He retired in 1984, but he now spends much of his time keeping himself occupied with puzzles, reading, and keeping a sharp eye on stocks and shares.
Johnson’s experiences in World War Two don’t appear to have been phased him much, as his thoughts are still on the financial element. For him, it was “just another war really,” adding that “there was no financial gain from it.” However, he laughed, adding that it “would have been nice, though.”
Though he was awarded the French Legion of Honour in 2020 for his service, mother-in-law Sandra Johnson marvels at his ageless agility, efficiency, and his dedication to his finances. “All my friends, all of our family marvel at him because when he was 100 we were amazed at how agile and adept he is at everything including finances…he just keeps going on and on.”
Johnson landed at Gold Beach in Normandy, France, shortly after the D-Day landings in 1944, earning him a place in military history. However, until today, he continues to devote a significant portion of his daily routine to financials
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