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.
How Many Dolphins Are in the Picture?
Optical illusions and brain teasers are a fun way to challenge yourself and keep your mind sharp. Many people see an image and have to take a second look to figure out what they really saw. This brain teaser has cute dolphins that will definitely make you think twice!
How many dolphins can you find in the picture? There are actually 17 dolphins! Some are easy to spot, while others are more hidden. Some are even blended together. In the first row, there are 5 dolphins. The second and third rows each have 6 dolphins.
At first, it might look like there are only a few dolphins. But after a few seconds, your eyes and brain start to notice more dolphins, and eventually, you can see all 17 of them. It’s actually very common for people to miss some dolphins when they first look at the picture. If you didn’t spot all of them, don’t worry—there are more pictures to try!
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