WWII heroes honored: Armonk residents mark 100th and 101st birthdays

Two World War II veterans residing at The Bristal at Armonk were honored on Veterans Day with dual birthday celebrations.

News 12 Staff

Nov 12, 2024, 12:10 PM

Updated 24 days ago

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Two World War II veterans residing at The Bristal at Armonk were honored on Veterans Day with dual birthday celebrations.
Rocco Russo, a Navy veteran who served aboard the USS Aucilla, celebrated his 100th birthday. Russo founded Russo Electric in 1976, which still serves Westchester County.
Peter Hahn, a 101-year-old P-51 fighter pilot, flew 27 missions over Germany during the war. "My experience and missions were pretty much joy rides over Europe," Hahn reflected.
Hahn and his late wife have called Armonk home for over 67 years.