In the United States, kids are usually required to say the pledge of allegiance in their school. It’s one way to instill a sense of patriotism for the country.

One little guy started earlier than others in expressing patriotism.

2-year-old Karson Ryan Holmes hasn’t started school yet. Despite that, he’s still able to say the pledge of allegiance like he’s been saying it for years.

Wearing a monster truck shirt, the little guy had his hand over his chest.

He looked at the camera and started reciting the pledge without a hint of nervousness. In fact, he looked pretty confident in pledging his allegiance despite not fully understanding all the words he’s reciting.

He looked so serious.

The kid knew the importance of the pledge. He knew that it wasn’t something he could laugh at or throw jokes about. He said every word with a serious face.

Of course, the words didn’t come out crystal clear.

As a 2-year-old boy, no one expected Karl to say the words clearly. Despite that, everyone who watched his video understood what he meant.

One of the viewers said:

“I do not know you, but saw this. I must say it made me cry. How beautiful, so much pride for such a little guy over his pledge. Thank you as parents for teaching him, respect to our country & about God.
God bless your family.”

Another one commented:

“Oh how I wish I could share this with the entire world. Your son is so very sweet and innocent and he gives me such hope that he represents the next generation of pride and honesty for us all. Thank you for introducing us to your “Great Little Man” Karson Ryan Holmes!!!”

A viewer even compared the little kid to presidents and politicians:

“2 1/2 years old! And he knows to stand..AND place his right hand over his heart! Beats some presidents and politicians we have had! Plus… he knows all the words! Bravo Baby Jeff! Bravo!”

About the Pledge of Allegiance

First introduced in 1892 by Francis Bellamy, a socialist, the Pledge of Allegiance was written to express allegiance to the United States of America and to the country’s flag.

The Pledge was meant to be direct to the point and quick to recite. It was created to be recited in as short as 15 seconds.

In 1923, changes were made to ensure that new immigrants would not get confused about their loyalty to the United States and their birth countries. By 1954, President Eisenhower signed the bill into law to incorporate the words “Under God” into the pledge. It’s the same version we’re using today.

The swearing of the Pledge is generally accompanied by a salute. Its first version was the Balch Salute used in 2887. By 1892, Francis Bellamy came up with the Bellamy salute. It was removed in 1942 when the Congress decided to amend the Flag Code language.

Karl might not know all the facts, but he set a good example.

Even though the child doesn’t know the history of the Pledge of Allegiance or its true meaning, he was still respectful towards it. His parents were successful not just in teaching their child the words of the Pledge but also its delivery. He delivered the Pledge with such sincerity.

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Source: Facebook, American Flag Foundation