You may have heard the name William Kyle Carpenter, but there is no denying that he embodies the spirit of an American hero.
At just 21 years old, Kyle reached the rank of Lance Corporal in the United States Marine Corps and was deployed to Afghanistan in 2010.
During a fierce firefight, a grenade landed dangerously close to him and another Marine. Without hesitation, Kyle jumped into action – a decision that would not only reveal his extraordinary courage, but would change the course of his life forever. He jumped onto the grenade, using his body to shield his fellow Marines from the blast.
In this selfless act, he risked everything to save a life. The explosion left Kyle with severe injuries. His body was riddled with shrapnel and he suffered catastrophic damage to his skull and face. He lost part of his jaw, one of his lungs collapsed, and upon arrival back at Camp Bastion, he was declared PEA (Patient Deceased on Arrival).
Miraculously, Kyle was still alive.
Over the next two years, he underwent an incredible forty surgeries to treat his injuries. His brave actions earned him the Purple Heart and he was later awarded the prestigious Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama. Today, Kyle is retired from the military and is pursuing a degree at the University of South Carolina.
He is a true American hero. Watch the video below to learn more about Kyle’s extraordinary journey. Please share to honor a man who selflessly put himself in danger to protect others.
Luke Bryan accompanied by an enthusiastic young fan on stage who sings along to every word!
In August 2013, Luke Bryan’s concert at the PNC Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey, became the setting for a magical moment. A young girl, filled with excitement, crowd surfed her way to the front of the stage and caught the attention of her idol.
Luke Bryan was delighted to see this enthusiastic fan singing every lyric of his song with enthusiasm. This spontaneous and heartfelt interaction not only delighted Bryan, but also resonated with everyone in the audience, making for an unforgettable experience.
The touching scene quickly went viral on YouTube, garnering over 8 million views. Viewers praised the heartwarming encounter, with one commenting: “This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve seen in a long time… Seeing Luke Bryan notice this young girl singing his song word for word certainly made his evening extraordinary”.
Experience the special moment when Luke Bryan and an enthusiastic fan come together at his concert and show how music has the power to unite and uplift people.
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