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Captain Tom, Centenarian Who Inspired The U.K. With His Fundraising Walks, Has Died

The World War II veteran gained fame by raising funds for the U.K.'s National Health Service by walking sponsored laps in his garden. His family says he contracted COVID-19.
Capt. Sir Tom Moore poses in September while marking the launch of his memoir, <em>Tomorrow Will Be a Good Day,</em> in Milton Keynes, England.

Capt. Sir Tom Moore, who as he approached his 100th birthday gained fame and affection by walking sponsored laps in his garden to raise funds for charity, has died, Tuesday.

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