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Bennie Maylen Celebrates 100th Birthday | Lake Charles News
Bennie Maylen, a WWII veteran and Lake Charles legend, just turned 100—celebrating at home with family despite his actual birthday being July 20. Once part of the elite 994th unit, the Navy SEALs’ precursor, he disrupted Japanese communications across Pacific islands. After the war, he devoted 43 years as a firefighter—following his father and grandfather—and then another 26 as a sheriff’s deputy. Already planning for his next birthday, he’s proof that service, grit, and joy can last a lifetime. Happy 100th, Mr. Maylen. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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