Not purple hearts, the congressional medal of honor.
That being said, you cant apply military regulations when dealing with a ten year old at the gas station, or football players on the field. I enlisted to serve. And it was of my own accord. I don't care if civilians don't understand military regulations. I understand civilians.
The intent of the salute by civilians to service members is ment to honor them. Personaly, I'm greatful.
but you can't choose how people try to show there respect. I didn't imply you have been disrespected, or haven't received enough. Just that if they coose to salute you, will you correct them? Or tell them its inappropriate? That's all.