Medal of Honor Flag Presentation for Cpl. William "Kyle" Carpenter

June 20, 2014 at Head Quarters Marine Corps, 8th & I, Washington, DC
Apologies for the Camera clicking noise, was trying to take photographs along with this video at the same time.
Cpl. William "Kyle" Carpenter was presented with his Congressional Medal of Honor Flag at Head Quarters Marine Corps, 8th & I, Washington, DC
Thank You Kyle Carpenter for Your Service to "Our Country"

[@danielfronc4304]

"It's not the size of the dog in the fight, it's the size of the fight in the dog" - Mark Twain

[@Otswartz]

Exactly.

[@nicaciofilho]

STRENGTH AND HONOR!

[@AntonioRodriguez-dt1sm]

That man is a lion.

[@jamescarsonglass7595]

*devil dog

[@mikeytorres8511]

2nd Bn 9th Marine was one of the I served on stationed at CAMP PENDLETON, CALIFORNIA MARINE CORPS BASE. OUTSTANDING!!!!!!!!!!

[@oldmanpearson]

On behalf on the ungrateful nation of New Zealand, I raise my hand in congratulations to you for your actions on behalf of your fellow Marines and fellow humans. My country has forgotten the sacrifices made by many Marines from 1941 through to the end of WWII in 1945. I on the other hand have been raised by a family which chooses to recognize that freedom is never free and it does indeed take men like yourself, to maintain and keep that freedom. Once again, I give my thanks to you and the entire Marine Service Corps for keeping New Zealand free during and after the War.

[@Ash-ey9oy]

What a load of shit

[@oldmanpearson]

@@Ash-ey9oy I'd say you're a load of shyte.

[@scootertooter6874]

29 year AF veteran here...the Marines-- and ALL Americans-- have a LOT to be proud of here. Well done, Cpl. Carpenter!

[@fullenglishbreakfast3289]

From a british vet you sir are a legend. May you live a peaceful and happy life. 🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@horsehide3039]

Thank you , from an anonymous citizen. of the US, yeah, honestly I am from the Wesrten states, Arizona, , Cochise County in the real particular. I am particulary fond of this Marine. Go ahead with this hero.

[@gjones1316]

I believe it was easier for him to Jump on that grenade than to held this speech. Such a humble guy. God bless you sir

[@willmoore8708]

I've read many CMH citations. The ones that throw themselves at grenades just leave me awestruck!

[@nuvostef]

22 years of service, but I miss it more than anything on Earth. Semper Fidelis, Corporal. Well Done, Little Brother.

[@liamwilliams285]

I'm from New Zealand, this man's a hero to the World. What a champ. Only respect to this dude.

[@412bones]

I’ve commented previously of Kyle’s enormous bravery. I’m a U.K. vet and to wish him everything that’s good in life, and pray his demons are kept locked away forever. You deserve a prosperous future, good luck Kyle🤝

[@edwardkelly8840]

Yes John, but try and improve your spelling in future please.

[@412bones]

@@edwardkelly8840 auto spa&£ing is crap

[@leonardwolf1820]

I echo your good wishes for Cpl. Carpenter but don't know how, as a Vietnam veteran, you can lock away those demons.

[@GIGroundNPound]

Truly the FINEST example of an American. So very proud to be able to call myself a fellow countryman to the likes of this man and for that matter, the men and women like him. God bless you sir. Your country owes you a debt we can NEVER truly repay.

[@silverstar4289]

The shortest Marine on the parade field receives the largest medal.

[@epicscratcher5162]

Isnt that the truth...

[@lloydwalters4252]

He's still skinny! Quote from captain America

[@krx_forcecausefu5243]

Size dont matter for a hero

[@davidjermany4006]

It's not the dog in the fight it's the fight in the dog.

[@staffordtransport1305]

@@davidjermany4006 that's right

[@isaiahgalante]

Hero's don't wear capes, they wear dog tags!!

[@Roarke231]

yes

[@charlescottrilljr9234]

William L yes. pro athletes are just over payed cry baby's f them

[@rilesmattix5217]

Galante Beats don't forget badges and red hats.

[@johnhuynh7741]

NO CAPES (the incredibles)

[@Ronrook1]

DJ Galante and they don't wear football helmets either

[@8aleph]

This Marine is proof positive of the fight in a Marine, he's not a big guy but he has an outsized fight in him and the guts to make it stick

[@thomasschoon8407]

8aleph:' it's not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog' 'DEVIL DOG' OOH RA

[@bnj3852]

same as the Army, Navy, Air Force and Coast Guard.

[@horsehide3039]

It's the brain I think, not especially the size. Been on the earth a good while, and I am pretty daggum sure that is the deal. Go Marines. You are the best.

[@chrisgarner2264]

The proudest moment in my life other than the birth of my 3 kids is when my oldest became a United States Marine.

[@thomasliberti1917]

The people who disliked I'll bet never served.

[@Anonymoose62]

Thomas Liberti so ungrateful and disrespectful

[@cmdrtyy]

I bet they disliked because of the drill rifles lol, in my Cadet Corps (Canadian) there’s always *The* Parent that absolutely hates the rifles that the Flag Party Carry. Crazy

[@bartekwshwsh6039]

Thomas Liberti russians, Iranian and Syrians. Fu** them.

[@damnthisuser]

No their just useless.

[@ronkreed]

Indeed. We have Antifa now to fight in our own country.

[@debbiepearce5681]

From the proud daughter of a United States Marine thank you for your service and sacrifice. So happy that you survived. May God continue to bless and protect you. Semper Fi

[@xnavyro]

I had the honor to be present when a Navy MOH winner was on my base. For some reason he asked me to take a walk with him and told me to watch. When approached by 2 senior officers, he refused to salute at which point they started to “dress him down” but he showed them his MOH they immediately snapped to attention & saluted him! What a life changing event! We didn’t stop laughing until we got to the enlisted mens club where we attempted to lose appropriate numbers of brain cells! Thank you Chief for your service and sacrifice!

[@jerrodp9867]

This young man is the reason I think I live in the greatest country on planet earth. A TRUE HERO with a sense of purpose and humility. Kyle is a legend.

[@newt7705]

Oh come on England's not bad.but I do agree a very brave man an American hero.

[@blackshield1696]

There is no "greatest country on planet earth". Every country has its own heroes, inventions and history. Some more than others. But apart from that, Kyle truly is a remarkable and brave human being.

[@Heskey10]

@@blackshield1696 Do you jeark off to your country to ?

[@blackshield1696]

@@Heskey10 Nah, normally just to some porn. Countries are not worth jerking off to. Too much dirt, sand and vegetation for me. You have to be prepared for those nasty STD´s. Always wear the rubber when sticking your thingy into your homeland.

[@droneguy69]

This video maybe 6 yrs old but it deserves my utmost respect. Hand Salute. Job well done shipmate.

[@veteranpatriot4474]

Not only a MOH recipient but a True Southern Gentleman as well. As a Navy Veteran know Sir that Myself along with My Wife, Son's and Grandchildren consider you a Hero.

[@jameshoopes6467]

Why does it seem that the bravest people are so often the most soft spoken and humble?

[@mickeyts5626]

No words can describe the heroism of this young marine

[@mshappyapple8663]

Just a little guy but packed with so much courage! God bless him and all our military!

[@MV-xg4oe]

As a Canadian who has family in the Canadian armed forces. I am ever gratefull and thankfull to all those who have served. You are all appreciated for the sacrifices you have made to defend our freedoms and rights.

[@jeff953]

Very humble young man, thank you for your service Kyle!!!

[@jpturner171]

AWSOME! I was stationed at eighth and I from ‘75 through ‘80 awesome memories but nothing like this! A true bad ass! Congrats! Semper Fi brother

[@GEAE_Denny_L]

He doesn’t have to show his war face, he wears it 24/7.

[@dannyrodriguez6960]

I want to thank this young man for his heroic deed I want to thank him and salute him for his honor bravery and most importantly sacrificing for his fellow man fella Marine thank you from the bottom of my heart from my family to yours. also want to extend every service member from every service Branch men and women thank you for your sacrifice thank you for your service not all of us are given that privilege and to those that are it's a tremendous honor that no one forget that

[@billjenkins687]

Cpl., Thank You for your service and your extreme sacrifice. Semper Fi.

[@chuckthompson4915]

Bill Jenkins u

[@AU_4591]

Thank you for your service from an Aussie

[@jimmywagner2057]

Bill Jenkins he has the heart of a lion and heart of told

[@rvail136]

...and for the rest of his service, EVERY officer will now salute him 1st. It's a very old MOH tradition...

[@bperry9088]

The tradition is to salute the Medal while being worn by the recipient.

[@damienbaken3846]

Semper fi!

[@joserantocb750]

For me it wil be a total honor, privilege salute such a brave officer first.

[@rudolfpeterudo3100]

Not can but have to. Same as the UK Victoria Cross recipient.

[@JimCTSCLO]

@@rudolfpeterudo3100 Officially, there is no law or military regulation requiring all servicemembers to salute Medal of Honor recipients, but you are allowed to do so when the recipient is physically wearing the medal, according to the Congressional Medal of Honor Society.

[@LostIrishHoodie]

1 person disliked. Probably the person who threw the grenade lol. Good job brother. You're a real hero.

[@spiceytaco95]

Nah that fuckers smoked. Probably one of his kids lol.

[@Rickardsson99]

Nah people who wanna hear the audio without the clicking.

[@speirsfan6303]

David Longford u

[@user-ny5wd1ub4o]

David is a Jewish Name. You ever Smell Much ?

[@LostIrishHoodie]

Mike \s Epstien tell me when you can make a sentence that makes sense.

[@danielsurman4669]

I was always proud of my Dad being a US Marine and also MP during the Korean conflict stationed on a Submarine at Okinawa.... R.I.P. Dad love you

[@user-rx1ko2eb4z]

First of all thank you for your service to your father and father who were Marines.hura 🎩🇺🇸🇰🇷

[@ericbrown9825]

You know, I love the Marines They have the toughest bootcamp, many, many, MANY of my family members have joined (in fact one of my cousins is going through boot camp right now,) and most, if not all, of the Marine and Marine vets that I have met have been very respectful and pleasant

[@jasonhern5979]

One of the best speeches that I have ever heard. An amazing human being!

[@kerstinwatters7406]

His book "You are worth it " is fantastic!

[@duanejohnson9798]

A true Human and a Man Who has demonstrated Ultimate Brotherhood. I salute him.And all who have gone before and those who shall follow serving our nation.

[@ryandan646]

2:20 god damn, I love how in synch that rifle slam was

[@rosemariemckinley7326]

Thank you Sir for your Service. Much love and respect.

[@peaveyst7]

even for someone like me, who never served(my two brothers served so i was reliefed from it) i am completly amazed by his story. i mean... he throw himself on a grenade to secure his fellow comrades. i can only imagine that kind of bond between humans that only exist between soldiers. as my great gandfather, a soldier of the wehrmacht, once said to me: it is easy to take a life... it is hard to give your own and survive.

[@greengod636rr8]

Living legend when I went through bootcamp he was the Marine we are wanted to meet.

[@stnlong73]

Small in stature, gigantic in courage. I salute you Cpl. Carpenter.

[@emilkurtcarson1907]

OORAH, brother!! May you have fair winds and following seas all of your days, God's blessing upon you.

[@OilSpill10]

We salute you all and will not forget your sacrifices and your dedication to your country. I will also never forget the politicians who made everyone of you put your life in harms way when it was not needed. God bless you for your service. You never deserved to be treated as if you are all disposable.

[@Dethilion]

Sounds like someone played bowling inside the camera

[@epicscratcher5162]

When I grow up "I'm 29" I wanna be just like him.

[@marilynyurchick2514]

Thank you Cpl. Carpenter for your service to our great Nation! Congratulations!🇺🇸

[@g-mansbunker3718]

What an honor to meet this young man and his wife. ~S/F

[@JohnSmith-vu6zd]

I’d like to give some kudos to the individual who selected this hero to become a Marine.

[@AndyRice95]

This is a real hero. Thank you for all you do

[@87yugo74]

A True HERO, He didn't do it for the medal but now he is honored for his bravery.

[@SithSereyPheap1]

Audie Murphy would be proud.....

[@iap-ug3oy]

SithSereyPheap1 Yes indeed he was..I am English but I saw all his films and loved him. What a brave and quiet man....

[@js5072]

Same with Archibald Henderson.

[@tri5ford]

Great video. Hand salute to this brave young marine. Only comment I have is to Patrick J. Hughes. I wish folks would some day learn, it is not a Congressional Medal of Honor, it is a Medal of Honor. Gary

[@bperry9088]

That is correct. And, you never say a military person "won" it. It is not a contest prize.

[@johnwilliamson2276]

Kyle is one man that can walk into any service club at US military bases world wide and never need buy one drink! Ooorah Semper Fi Marine.

[@eileenbates362]

I may not have known Col. Carpenter. But he gave the ultimate sacrifice for us. So we should all be very proud of him. I know I'm . He is my hero. All the people whom where tha uniform our country, our my hero . So thank you for your service and you can rest in peace now. Semper Fi. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@dennismckeensr7158]

No finer an example of the tradition and meaning than this Marine. "Uncommon Valor Was a Common Virtue"

[@richardsheldrick9215]

CPL you are are a true marine hero and are an example for all young marines to come Semper fi Marine Respect to you from an old Marine who loves the Corps like you do

[@Spacejunk57]

What a humble young man, true definition of the American Marine. Thank you and God Bless.

[@brianathern9154]

Support our troops. It's never about the size of the dog in the fight but size of the fight in the dog. Thank you Marine

[@FriendofRamblinJack]

I think it was 2014 that it was my honor to make my third USMC logo stained glass window specifically for Cpl Kyle Carpenter; soldered a black (not-see-through) stained glass to hang below it, took it to my VFW Post 6298, had all AL & VFW veterans sign it in gold ink, took it to San Ramon (CA) & left it with the Sentinels of Freedom to get it to Kyle. God bless this brave humble Marine and all Devil Dogs worldwide. From a mom of a US Coast Guard Veteran, I'm also the niece of a 2/5 WWII Iwo Jima Marine (who said he had SO much fun in the Pacific on all but Tarawa that he joined the 82nd Airborne for Korean, became PH recipient, and Uncle Bill's Home in Heaven now, 2015). OORAH! SEMPER FI! SEMPER PARATUS!

[@micksmith215]

Not too many heroes left....much respect!!

[@pollymorriss3001]

So proud of Kyle. Home of the free and HOME OF THE BRAVE THANK YOU for your service and sacrifice

[@michaelr.2428]

Thanks Kyle, "be proud of who we are", says it all.

[@vernonharris1495]

This is what a true hero is. Makes me proud to be an American. And thankful.

[@subashnigovender3155]

You don't need to be American or an officer to appreciate this. You simply have to have a heart to understand sacrifice....

[@nicolaholgate7]

So inspiring to watch him.He deserves every accolade he gets👏🏻🙏🏻

[@richardgrace4500]

He jumped on a grenade he was going to get hit with anyways to save 1 other marine from getting possibly injured.... yes I respect him for his actions but no it doesn't deserve the same award that the nation has to offer that others have gotten for saving MULTIPLE people (like the navy seal that got it for saving 28 fellow soldiers by engaging over a dozen enemies on his own and getting shot close to 20times not including shrapnel wounds until a,shot to the heart put him down but not before he saved all his comrades)

[@froot6086]

@@richardgrace4500 Youre disgusting

[@normanmccarraher8170]

What a inspiring young man. Need more like him.

[@juliam.mallen9019]

So great never grows old watching more footage of our amazing MARINE 🇺🇸🦅👏👌 A role model personified amazing speach!

[@oliverclothesoff8604]

As a Call of Duty Veteran all I have to say is, good job brother.

[@brbake]

Thank you Cpl. Carpenter for your service and dedication

[@kevinlachowicz5997]

Thanks for your service!!! You and all the other servicemen and service women is what makes the United States great!!! No amount of thanks is enough!!! But thank you anyway from a civilian who is proud of United States military!!! God bless America always!!!

[@guitarlobos5069]

THIS IS WHAT MAKES AMERICA GREAT BECAUSE WE HAVE SO MANY HEROS JUST LIKE THIS ALL AROUND US🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸I AM SO GREATFUL TO BE AN AMERICAN .THANK YOU SIR TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@gerardmazzarese9363]

Every military man must honor this man by saluting him first, even the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of staff, every military officer, even of the highest rank, even those of our allies in NATO! When a medal of honor recipient arrives anywhere, on a NATO facility anywhere in the world, all persons there are notified and put on alert lest they miss the duty and privilege of honoring this man with a first salute. Furthermore, every man must stand to attention, even the military's highest ranking general, when this man enters the room. Also, this man is the only one who is allowed to remain sitting even if the military's highest ranking officer should enter. Wow!

[@Irvingsilk]

Mr. Hughes, thank you so much for your service and for sharing your videos. Much respect.

[@acquanellaogbemudia9930]

Thank you for your Service sir RIP 🙏 Prayers for Family and Friends 🙏

[@patevans3709]

He is not deceased--He is standing in front of the American Flag.

[@ricktorres7113]

May God Bless these men heroes all. God Bless America 🇺🇸 and all those that get in harms way to protect it.

[@cornonthecob1268]

Is it me or is this one of the most humble person I have ever watched?

[@johnstone9141]

Thank you Corporal For your service ..

[@sunsettech4182]

Wow. Honor is still better than any hollywood movie against it!

[@superiorcbdhempoil3200]

True hero, this video should have a billion views!

[@rallisoify]

Congrats brother. Great story of heroism. You are an inspiration!

[@ignorthepain]

Thank you corperal Kyle for your service and dedication to your home the United states of America.🇺🇸🇨🇦

[@captjohnprice5293]

nice going kyle! PROUD to call u my brother! LT PAUL Ehrmentraut USAF SAR

[@captjohnprice5293]

Dominic

[@captjohnprice5293]

Dominic and my real brother was a marine

[@Neverforgethaiti]

You are a fucking idiot !!!!

[@waynefletcher9884]

Dominic STFU!

[@captainfrank01]

Modern day Audie Murphy. Thank you for your service, you are a champion.

[@jkornfeld]

I don't understand how 261 people could dislike this video!

[@up2my]

" and gentlemen at home will feel themselves accursed they were not here, and hold their manhood cheap whilest in the presence of a true hero " God speed kyle :-)

[@J-Kabar]

Man marines are filled with pride and honor. I gotta join next year. Semper fi

[@craemac]

South Carolina and America is proud of this Marine. Semper Fi!

[@leonardwolf1820]

One thing you will never hear is this Marine talking about how "bad" he is or how brave he is. He doesn't need to. The guy to respect is not the big talker. It's the quiet, humble one.

[@johngardner2682]

Amazing young man...

[@RoryZ23]

20 dislikes from 20 snowflakes who will never understand the concept of serving something greater than themselves. Or the act of fighting for your brothers at your side. Semper Fidelis brother.

[@davidbrooks854]

RoryZ23 I gave a dislike only cause the dude said “cap” VS cover

[@joel1239871]

Who the fuck are you? I'm a retired military member and respect people's right to disagree. I don't agree with them, but fought to protect that right. Just chill, dude. Everyone has that right.

[@jailanrayvon434]

joel1239871 Thank you for your service 👏🏾💪🏾

[@JanitorIsBack]

I disliked cause of your stupid facial hair

[@thomascarlier4930]

David Brooks You know he did go through a lot and by the way the proper name for a cover is a cap

[@fernandoanavitate2244]

Thank you! you make me proud! always a marine! ..siempre fe....

[@caliboy8671]

Right on kyle. You got a heart of a lion. No fear when push comes to shove. Put your own life in harms way for your brother. My deepest and sincerest respects to you sir. 👨‍✈️

[@jacknakash2677]

Semper Fi Cpl. Carpenter what a he'll of a way to get your "bloodstripes"

[@larrykaufman8100]

GOD'S blessings and thank you for your service!

[@Qub861]

Real Hero ! Respect !

[@chrismiller3490]

Dynamite comes in small packages. Thank sir & ALL OF AMERICA'S FAVORITE SON'S & DAUGHTER'S FOR YOUR SERVICE

[@anthonydenicola7995]

Tell this world this is what hero is .stand tall , stand proud of your self.and for our country.god bless Sgt.Anthony n Denicola

[@tigersteele9552]

SHORT GUY...WITH ENORMOUS COURAGE!!!! A HUMBLE...REAL HERO!!!!!

[@billlam7756]

What an amazing person

[@pdevine4652]

'be proud of what we are and what we represent' simply an incredible human being! thank you, kyle!

[@johnoneill9539]

Wow, truly a moving ceremony 👍👍a brave man indeed.