101-year-old Navy veteran reflects on WWII service and lifelong impact
Kenneth Rehm, a 101-year-old World War II veteran, recalls serving in the Navy's Pacific fleet as a storekeeper.
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As the nation honors veterans for their service, 101-year-old Navy veteran Kenneth Rehm is reflecting on his time in the military and the role it played in shaping his life.
Rehm joined the Navy in 1943 when he was just 18 years old. During World War II, he served as a second-class storekeeper aboard aircraft carriers in the Pacific, helping distribute supplies to troops serving overseas.
While many people associate war with combat, Rehm said support roles were also critical to the war effort.
"I didn't participate in any of the what you all think about war, right?" Rehm said. "You also think about war as is or shoot the gun. But there was a lot of back ups that are necessary for the war."
Looking back on his military service, Rehm said he remembers his time in the Navy fondly. He said the experience helped mold him into the person he is today.
