Edward Meyer of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Tells America’s Most Unbelievable Military Stories on Post University’s Blog

Hear 10 of America’s most amazing tales of military heroism and courage as we celebrate our nation’s freedom this Fourth of July

WATERBURY, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ever hear of Joe Frank Jones, who suffered no broken bones after falling 13,000 feet while flying over Germany in World War II? How about William Parker, a Vietnam veteran who survived a shot to his head when it was deflected by the Bible under his helmet? These are just some of the amazing military stories Ripley’s Believe It or Not! has been chronicling for the past 90 years. As America celebrates its independence this Fourth of July, you can hear these and eight more of America’s most unbelievable military stories on Post University’s blog, told by Edward Meyer, VP of Exhibits and Archives for Ripley's Believe It or Not!.

“Obviously very sad that he lost his legs, but here is a man that has contributed greatly and is a model soldier that reflects on all of us.”

Visit Post University’s blog now to listen to Meyer’s podcast interview and read the transcript. Meyer recounts tales of American military heroes from World War I, World War II, Vietnam War, War in Afghanistan, and Iraq War. Take Bob Weiland, for instance. He lost both legs in Vietnam to a land mine while trying to save a fellow soldier. Seventeen years later he “walked” 2,000 miles from California to the Vietnam Memorial, propelling himself on his knuckles.

“He crossed the country to bring awareness to Vietnam vets, a magnificent single human accomplishment,” says Meyer in the interview. “Obviously very sad that he lost his legs, but here is a man that has contributed greatly and is a model soldier that reflects on all of us.”

America’s military personnel are a big part of the Post University family. Its Military Program is directed by Ed Lizotte (LTC-ret.), and was created with the help of faculty and staff who have also served in the Armed Forces. Post University also participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, a provision of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008. In addition to the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! stories, Post University has featured several other stories of America military personnel on its blog to recognize their service and sacrifice.

“These stories show the lengths our military has gone and will continue to go to serve its fellow countrymen,” says Lizotte. “Thank you to all our nation’s military personnel and their families—past, present, and future.”

Tune in to Edward Meyer’s podcast and read the transcript now.

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Founded in 1890 and located in Waterbury, Conn., Post University is a student-focused, career-driven university that offers a wide array of degree programs for on-campus and online students of all ages. It is known for its quality, career-driven academic programs, small classes, and competitive NCAA Division II athletics. Its more than 7,000 full- and part-time students come from the United States and abroad, and are supported by faculty whose mission is to prepare students to compete and succeed in today’s global workplace. In addition to being accredited by the New England Association of Schools & Colleges, Inc. (NEASC) through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education, Post University has been approved to enter Candidacy for Accreditation with the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). For more information on Post University, visit its website and blog.