101-Year-Old Woman Shares Life Experiences With Children
Why this is here: The video features Alice recalling wartime work with decoding machines, highlighting a previously undisclosed and vital role she played during the Second World War.
A 101-year-old woman named Alice answered questions from a group of children called HiHo Kids in a recently viral video. The children asked Alice about what life was like during her childhood and throughout the 20th century. Alice explained they did not have modern conveniences like radio, television, or telephones.
She also discussed her experiences during World War II, where she worked on decoding machines. Alice recalled playing with dolls, marbles, and tops as a child, noting girls were required to wear skirts and stockings regardless of the weather.
Alice, a retired biology professor, shared her love of ants and continues to enjoy activities like watching the Olympics, writing, and playing Scrabble. She expressed gratitude for her continued health and happiness, and stated she is not afraid of dying after living a full life.