PENSIONER Molly Eagle may have lived to see two World Wars, men on the moon, and the Millennium - but she's about to celebrate only her 21st birthday!

The 83-year-old, born on February 29, is pictured with a letter of congratulation from the Queen Mother ahead of her birthday, which comes around every four years.

Tomorrow, Miss Eagle, of Thorncliffe Road, Summertown, Oxford, will raise a glass or two at a gathering of 100 family and friends.

She taught at SS Mary and John CE Primary School in Cowley for 27 years before retiring in 1977 at the age of 60 - or 15, if you prefer.

Story date: Saturday 26 February

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