Former Navy Vet set to release book about history making skydiving jump with WWII Vets and more!

DALLAS - May 12, 2015 - PRLog -- In 2012 former Navy Vet, Ryan Parrott had a dream to invite a veteran from every war and major conflict this country has seen in recent history, to jump from a plane to raise awareness for his non-profit, Sons of the Flag. The non-profit’s mission is to support military, first-responder and civilian burn survivors and their families.

In November of 2012 Parrott's dream was realized when he organized the Legacy Sky Dive, featuring American veterans representing every war back to WWII and even included an FDNY 9/11 Survivor. Each participant made history by jumping in tandem with the US Army's elite parachute team, the Golden Knights.

Parrott found himself being so moved by the stories and experiences of each of these incredible servicemen he knew that he needed to share those stories with the public so that current and future generations could hear about each man’s service, sacrifice and love for their country.

Parrott is very honored and excited to release these stories in, Sons of the Flag the book on May 13^th.

"Sons of the Flag brings together the veterans from each of the American wars in the last 100 years, including 9/11 first responders. Each man discusses the WHY of their service. Their chapters reveal a legacy of service among American soldiers."

Parrot's passion for veterans runs deep in this book and says "This book is about the deep bond between the men who serve this country. This isn't a glorified war story, it is a real life look at what links veterans together. There have been attempts at creating a story like this but Sons of the Flag is unique in bringing together the stories of both military veterans and first responders. It really was an amazing, emotional and rewarding experience putting this piece together.  I am very happy with the end result."

Sons of the Flag the book releases to the public on May 13th. It will be available through all major book retailers. If readers would like a signed copy, they can place an order at www.SonsoftheFlagBook.com

To set up an interview with the author Ryan Parrott please contact Cathy Cardenas at  cathycardenaspr@gmail.com

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About Sons Of The Flag:
Sons of the Flag is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting military, first responder, and civilian burn survivors by providing funding for innovative research. We bring together passionate community leaders, pioneering physicians, experienced military service members, dedicated first responders and purposeful civilians to complete our mission.

About the author:
Former US Navy Vet Ryan “Birdman” Parrott was attached to SEAL Team 7 completing three combat tours to Iraq from 2005-2009 before being assigned to Advanced Training Command as an instructor. He received a Purple Heart medal in recognition of his actions during an attack that left him with first- and second-degree burns that he has since recovered from. After completing his service with the US Navy, Parrott moved to Dallas, where he met retired Captain Sam Brown, a burn survivor. Parrott was inspired and humbled by Brown’s display of strength and courage, despite his debilitating scarring. Parrott determined that night that he would establish an organization that  provided for military, first responders, and civilian burn survivors, the same way that amputees benefit from incredible advancements in prosthetics.
Parrott continues his service after service as President and CEO of Sons of the Flag, an organization advocating for burn survivors.