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Who Is Zap? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Zap (Hasbro): Zap is an original member of the G.I. Joe team and the team's first bazooka soldier.

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Zap is a Hasbro comic book character, the alter ego of Rafael J. Melendez, with over 86 comic issue appearances. Zap is an original member of the G.I. Joe team and the team's first bazooka soldier.

Who is Zap?

Origin Zap's real name is Rafael J. Melendez and was born in New York City. He served as the G.I. Joe team's "Bazooka Soldier" specializing in all sorts of armor-piercing and anti-tank weaponry. Zap's primary military specialty is engineering but he also graduated from ordinances school and received advanced infantry training. Zap is a "fun loving type" which is an asset considering the massive amounts of explosives his job requires him to handle. Creation Zap was created for the Hasbro G.I. Joe toy line in 1982.

Key facts

Zap is of human origin and first appeared in "Operation: Lady Doomsday; ...Hot Potato!". The character is published by Hasbro. With 86 recorded issue appearances, Zap ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Zap?

Zap is an original member of the G.I. Joe team and the team's first bazooka soldier.

What is Zap's real name?

Zap's real identity is Rafael J. Melendez.

When did Zap first appear?

Zap first appeared in "Operation: Lady Doomsday; ...Hot Potato!".

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