Józef Piotrowski (organist)
| Józef Piotrowski | |
|---|---|
| Born |
September 7, 1887 Białystok (then part of the Russian Empire, now of Poland) |
| Died | September 8, 2005 |
| Known for | allegedly being one of the world's oldest people |
Józef Piotrowski (September 7, 1887? – September 8, 2005)[1] claimed to be the oldest living Pole. His age, however, has not been authenticated by a reliable authority on longevity such as Guinness World Records or the Gerontology Research Group.
He was born in Jałówka near Białystok, which was part of the Russian Empire at the time (Grodno guberniya, Volkovysk district). His birth certificate is in the possession of the Franciscans in Svisloch (currently part of Belarus). His passion and profession was playing the organ; he had been an organist for most of his life, having pursued his interest since 1905.
His way to longevity was through frequent prayer and consumption of cabbage in all forms. He never smoked cigarettes, and drank alcohol rarely. In addition, he advised moderation in all parts of life.
See also
- Longevity claims
- Longevity traditions
References
- http://www.babice-stare.waw.pl/gazeta_pdf/gazeta_09_03.pdf (Polish)
- http://wiadomosci.wp.pl/kat,1515,wid,7888333,wiadomosc.html?T%5Bpage%5D=2 (Polish)
- http://www.elomza.pl/wiadomosci/skrot.php?&page=7 (Polish) (requires login)
- Picture of Józef Piotrowski Doesn't Work! (Polish)
- Gerontology Research Group