World’s oldest living man celebrates 112th birthday

WASHINGTON: The world's oldest living man celebrated his 112th birthday Monday at the care home where he lives in England, United Press International (UPI) reported.

John Alfred Tinniswood was born on Aug 26, 1912, just over four months after the sinking of the Titanic and six months after Arizona became a US state.

Tinniswood was dubbed the world's oldest living man by Guinness World Records earlier this year and now celebrated his 112th birthday at his care home in Southport.

"It didn't affect me in any way really, to be honest with you," Tinniswood told Guinness World Records of attaining the title.

"Personally, it doesn't mean a thing."

He was similarly nonchalant about turning 112.

"In all honesty, no difference. I don't feel that age, I don't get excited over it. That's probably why I've reached it. I just take it in my stride like anything else," he said.

Tinniswood said he doesn't really know the secret to his longevity.

"I can't think of any special secrets I have. I was quite active as a youngster; I did a lot of walking. But to me, I'm no different. No different at all," he said.

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