and their parents honored at a town meeting. >> things like this don't happen without having parents who are involved and doing a great job teaching our children the right ways of this world. >> reporter: for mr. yorn's daughters the boys' gesture speaks to the importance of treating the nation's service members with the dignity they deserve. >> when i saw the picture it made me feel proud and even more proud to know there are kids in this world today that showed their respect like they did. when you see something like that, it gives you hope. >> reporter: veteran cecil ison says it is the kind of moment that is vital in a country that feels increasingly fractured. >> even if you don't agree with each other there is no reason we can't be civil and love each other just like everyone wants to be treated and say, thanks, i appreciate you, brother. ♪♪ >> by the way mr. yorn