Respect in our context is the respect of patriotism, a word which didn't even appear until the late 18th century.
The root of the word patriotism was 6th century Latin, a derivation from the ancient Greek patriōtēs meaning "fellow countryman" which although male in English is applicable to both men and women.
In our context, respect is the chivalrous loyalty to fellow countrymen (again, although male in English, applicable to both men and women).
Chivalry had three main areas:
1) Duties to countrymen and fellow Christians
2) Duties to God
3) Duties to women
Our respect is contained as a sub-set of the first area, duties to countrymen (again encompassing both men and women).
Chivalry had seven knightly virtues.
How many of these virtues do those in service to the United States display and which of these do they deserve to receive from you as you respect them?
Courage - the fortitude to undertake task which are difficult, tedious or unglamorous, and to graciously accept the sacrifices involved
Charity - sharing one's goods, time, attention, wisdom and energy, the giving of yourself, (sometimes referred to a generosity)
Faith - trust, integrity, and being true to one's word
Hope - having a positive outlook and cheerful demeanor
Justice - holding oneself to the highest standard of behavior, with knowledge that cheating on the smallest of rules weakens the fabric of society for everyone
Mercy - creating a sense of peace in the community through words and attitudes, rather than engendering hostility and antagonism.
Nobility - the conviction of one's convictions, when no one is watching
Footnote: For those with objections due to religious or man / woman references please refer back to the concept of respect which has embedded therein the concept of tolerance, which is the opposite of intolerance and respect. Respect embodies tolerance.
