Britain’s oldest twins, Elma and Thelma, have celebrated their 104th birthday and are on the cusp of turning 105. The nonagenarian sisters attribute their long life to a positive attitude, good food, and the occasional brandy. The pair, who lived through the tumultuous times of the World Wars, have shared their life’s journey and how they have maintained their bond and zest for life over the century.
- Elma and Thelma are thought to be Britain’s oldest twins, celebrating their 104th birthday.
- They attribute their longevity to a positive outlook, good food, and occasional brandy without ice.
- The twins were born on August 3, 1919, and grew up in Stockport after the First World War.
- During World War II, Thelma worked at Smiths, and Elma was called up to work at Fery Aviation’s factory making parts for the RAF.
- Both sisters celebrated the end of the war with dancing in the streets and have always enjoyed a good night out and dancing.
- Elma’s first husband, Bill, died shortly after the war, and Thelma’s husband, Joe, worked in Stockport’s hat trade.
- The sisters now live together at a care home in Lancashire and have children, grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren.
- Elma and Thelma continue to enjoy life together and with their family as they approach their 105th birthday.
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