Q: how can i verfiy my rescue email if the it was for many years ago and the site doesent accept it now?

If you can't send a reset email, don't have a rescue email address, or can't access email at your rescue email address, call us for help. When you call, you might need to create a temporary support PIN to verify your identity. After you reset your security questions, you might want to update your rescue email address.

* Information above is from this support article >  If you forgot the answers to your Apple ID security questions - Apple Support

Sorry, what is it that you are attempting to do? Add a Rescue email address to your Apple ID? Is it a functional email account?

Cheers,

GB

Is the Rescue email still functional?

If you cannot get a reset link via your Rescue email, you can contact Apple Support so they can send you a reset link:

ACCOUNT SECURITY SUPPORT

Cheers,

GB

What country are you in? It is not listed in the link provided?

GB

You can try sending an email here: Apple Support by eMail ww

Beyond that, not sure what to tell you.

Best of luck,

GB