Sports Heroes Who Served: From Lacrosse Captain to Army Leader

Sports Heroes Who Served is a series that highlights the accomplishments of athletes who served in the U.S. military.

Like many veterans, Edward C. Meyer was inspired to serve by a family member, an uncle who was in the Navy.

In 1948, Meyer entered the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in New York. He played lacrosse all four years at the academy and excelled. As captain, he led his team to take the Wingate Trophy, winning the national championship in 1951. He was also a two time all-American.
 

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