Ahead of his 100th birthday celebration war veteran captain Tom Moore set himself the challenge of walking 100 laps in his garden to help raise money for NHS. His challenge has raised awareness all over the world and has led to many others setting their own similar challenges. Captain Tom has also lifted the spirits of many during difficult circumstances. Captain Tom Moore originally aimed to raise £1000 but quickly passed his target to reach over £28 million for the NHS. Captain Tom Moore served in India and Myanmar during world war two. Captain Tom Moore completed his 100 lap challenge at his home in Bedfordshire. He was 100 years old and he helped the NHS and he was always helpful and kind to people. He had a spitfire fly over him on his birthday and the queen made him into a Colonel for his birthday too.