#OTD in 2010, Lance Cpl. Kyle Carpenter was serving as an Automatic Rifleman with 2d Battalion, 9th Marines, 1st Marine Division in Helmand Province, Afghanistan when his rooftop security position came under attack. When an enemy grenade landed nearby, Carpenter, without hesitation and in complete disregard for his personal safety, threw himself on the explosive, effectively absorbing the blast and saving the life of a fellow Marine. Carpenter’s injuries were substantial, and his recovery took n

Retired Marine Lt. Colonel, Mike Manocchio honors Kyle Carpenter. 🙏🏻🪖 Mike’s story is available on the Urban Valor Podcast and YT channel. 🎬🪖 #marines #grenade #sacrifice #courage #military #urbanvalor #veteran #story | Urban Valor

Cpl Kyle Carpenter saved the lives of his fellow Marines by covering a grenade with his own body. He epitomizes courage and selflessness and has found joy and love in the Carolina Panthers. | Carolina Panthers

139K views · 694 reactions | #duet with Kyle Atkinson Wishing Kyle a speedy recovery!. | Doctor Sood | Facebook

William Kyle Carpenter was awarded the Medal of Honor for his service in the U.S. Marine Corps during the War on Terrorism in Afghanistan. On November 21st, 2010, Recipient Carpenter went beyond the call of duty when he saved the life of a fellow Marine by throwing himself onto a grenade. Hear Carpenter tell his incredible story with our living history video: https://bit.ly/3zOzv6R | Congressional Medal of Honor Society