bold fighting spirit and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of almost certain death, lance corporal carpenter upheld the highest traditions of the united states marine corps and the united states naval service. please join me in welcoming an american hero, lance corp. cal kyle carpenter to lead news the pledge of allegiance. [ cheering and applause ] >> thank you. thank you. thank you so much. please join me in our nation's pledge of allegiance. i pledge allegiance to the flag of the united states of america, and to the republic for which it stands one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty >> please stay on the stage with me. >> i've asked -- i've asked kyle carpenter to stay on stage with me for just a minute. corporal carpenter, for your service to our country and on behalf of the people of south carolina and a grateful nation, i would like to present you with a flag flown over the united states capitol in your honor as a token of appreciation for your service. [ applause ] ladies and gentlemen, a national hero, kyle carpenter. [ applause ] now, if you'll please remain standing for ou