122-Year-Old Woman Enjoyed Wine and Smoking Yet Lived a Long Life
Jeanne Louise Calment is widely recognized as the longest-lived human being whose age has been verified with rigorous documentation. Born on February 21, 1875, in the sun-drenched town of Arles in southern France, she lived for an astonishing 122 years and 164 days, passing away on August 4, 1997. Her longevity has fascinated scientists, historians,…