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Captain Tom is sent 120,000 birthday cards that fill entire school hall for his 100th birthday

BRITISH hero Captain Tom Moore has received 120,000 birthday cards as he prepares to celebrate turning 100.

But the World War Two veteran has turned down all offers of gifts - and instead asks well-wishers to give to those suffering with coronavirus.

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Speaking to the , daughter Lucy said: "He is absolutely blown away and humbled by the support."

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She added she will be singing Happy Birthday to her father on BBC Breakfast on Thursday.

Captain Tom is set to receive a personalised telegram from the Queen.

Producers at BBC Breakfast — who were among the first to back the veteran’s efforts — have lined up a raft of celebrations to mark the war hero’s big day on Thursday, after working closely with Buckingham Palace chiefs.

Cpt Tom, who currently holds the UK No1 single, will have the entire programme dedicated to his life and achievements.

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The charity fundraiser has turned down all offers of presents - and instead asked for people to donate their money to help coronavirus patientsCredit: PA:Press Association
Captain Tom began walking laps of his garden with the aim of raising just £1,000Credit: PA:Press Association
He will be honoured with an RAF flypast on his 100th birthday this weekCredit: PA:Press Association
Bedford School helps Captain Tom Moore open thousands of cards ahead of his 100th birthday


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