Coronavirus: Captain Sir Tom Moore dies aged 100

Second World War veteran Captain Sir Tom Moore, who inspired the nation in lockdown by raising millions for the NHS, has died aged 100, his family says. Captain Sir Tom was hospitalised at Bedford Hospital on Sunday after being treated for pneumonia for some time and testing positive for COVID19 last week. /Getty Images

Second World War veteran Captain Sir Tom Moore, who inspired the nation in lockdown by raising millions for the NHS, has died aged 100, his family says. Captain Sir Tom was hospitalised at Bedford Hospital on Sunday after being treated for pneumonia for some time and testing positive for COVID19 last week.

He became a national treasure and a household name after raising more than £32m for the health service by walking 100 laps of his garden with his zimmer frame.

In a statement, his daughters Hannah and Lucy said: "It is with great sadness that we announce the death of our dear father, Captain Sir Tom Moore."

"We are so grateful that we were with him during the last hours of his life; Hannah, Benjie and Georgia by his bedside and Lucy on FaceTime. We spent hours chatting to him, reminiscing about our childhood and our wonderful mother. We shared laughter and tears together.

"The last year of our father's life was nothing short of remarkable. He was rejuvenated and experienced things he'd only ever dreamed of."

A Buckingham Palace spokesperson said: "The Queen is sending a private message of condolence to the family of Captain Sir Tom Moore. Her Majesty very much enjoyed meeting Captain Sir Tom and his family at Windsor last year."

(With input from agencies)