Guinness World Records officially recognizes Walter Breuning, born on Sept. 21, 1896 in Melrose, Minnesota, USA, as the world’s oldest living man, following the death of Henry Allingham (UK), the previous holder in this category. Walter celebrated his 113^th birthday at the Rainbow Retirement Community in Great Falls, Montana on Monday September 21^st and to help celebrate his longevity Guinness World Records sent a birthday card fashioned from the official certificate confirming his record breaking achievement.

"It's incredible to think that Walter's one of few men able to remember when U.S. president McKinley was shot," said Editor-in-Chief Craig Glenday. "And while he signed up to fight in World War I, he was TOO OLD to take part in World War II."

Walter is in good health and attributes his longevity to a good balanced diet that helps to keep his weight low and his mental faculties sharp.

28 September 2009