Marine honored for carrying triathlete across finish line

Rep. Jeff Miller will honor a young Marine of Marine Detachment Corry Station at an 11 a.m. ceremony this Friday on board Corry Station. Marine Private First Class Matthew Morgan gained national fame when he carried Ben Baltz, 11, across the finish line during the third annual Sea Turtle Tri Kids triathlon.

[travisjohnston]

He’s doing all that at 11. Holy Jesus that’s insane, kid is a warrior!

[VietNamVet-]

18+ years as a Navy Dependent, I joined the Navy less than 2 weeks before my Father was killed by a Drunk Driver, almost 22 years in the US Navy, 23+ years working at a Naval Shipyard, almost 64 years around the Navy, complete respect for the Marine Corps, your actions "Well Done" and thank you

[georgewilliamsiii]

I've heard that so many times. I was just the first Marine there. About not being a hero. My dad was a Marine. He never served in combat and I think that bothered him. But he was always the first to thank the soldier in the room. Miss you dad. See you later.

[justinkershman]

outstanding Marine! Holding to our tradition of leaving no man behind! Semper Fi

[larryr]

Because that's what Marines do. Thank you for your service

[justinmuzzarelli]

Show you that Marines never leave a man behind. God bless our servicemen and servicewomen and God bless America!

[Marymass]

29 heartless thumbs down.  God bless this young man and this Marine.

[KarinBretz-lxyv]

Oh my goodness, this is so great !
Now this is the America that I know !
This youngman is a wonderful example of a true marine !
Selfless, bold, kind & courageous !
Marines " do not "leave their guys behind ! Ever!
I love this ! 🇺🇸👍

[marilynalexander]

what an outstanding young man, and what a marine

[bbgb]

I am a retired US Navy Seabee and I have always had the utmost respect for the Marines. They, as far as I am concerned set the standard for all other branches of the military services to follow.

[mjohan]

when a fellow human falls and can't get up then it is our duties as humans to pick up that fallen person and carry him to the finish line. Love you guys keep up the good work, pass it on and inspire our future generations to never leave anyone behind. Its our world not your world but our world.

[cmpunkrulz]

This is what the Marines do. Way to go PFC Matthew Morgan. You are a wonderful young man. Thank you for helping this child and thank you for your service as well. Also thank you to the rest of the Marine's that ran with you guys.OOH RAH Semper Fi

[stephenmcelroyii]

Marines doing what Marines are suppose to do! SEMPER FI 

[animal]

With so much hatred and sadness in this world. We need to hear more stories like this. The kind of stories that show the real humanity out there

[yourfabuloushappymann]

A Fine young man and a credit to our nation and the service. This is what it is all about.

[aanon]

a hero helping out another hero.  kudos.

[BIGPOPPA]

Lets not forget the courage of the young man. It's not easy to accept help from others. Think of the courage it takes to finish an event like that - then consider the option of "failing"... that's part of the beauty of helping and being helped. The only way for it to take place is both men have to participate. ONe needs the courage to help - the other needs the courage to accept help. Kudos to you both!

[SRHurst-kjmx]

Hoorah marine. Well done. I am a paraplegic with stage 4 of a terminal illness and I compete in 5 Km races to help others see what they can do. So many wounded warriors need to see something positive to help them soldier on. Your actions will inspire many others. Well done. You are my hero.

[casams]

Semper Fi Marine. You are the epitome of the United States Marine Corps. You are looked up to. Stay who you are. God Bless.

SEMPER FIDELIS.

[XrayRick]

This young man is a perfect example of hope for our future!  Well done young man!!!!