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World War II hero turns 103 in Darien

Grace Rowett joined the U.S. Navy when she was 18 years old, during World War II.

Frank Recchia

Apr 22, 2026, 9:52 PM

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Grace Rowett joined the U.S. Navy when she was 18 years old, during World War II.

"I wanted to serve my country and I volunteered for the WAVES - Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service," she said.

Grace celebrated her 103rd birthday in Darien Monday eighty-five years later.

"I am so proud to have lived a wonderfully happy life filled with the love and adoration of my beautiful family," Grace said.

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