These guys are heroes - all the more because they'd be the first ones to deny it, to call you crazy for even thinking it. According to their thinking - which used to be considered normal in this country and Israel, you have an obligation to contribute to the society that raises and supports you even to the point of losing your life to defend it and those individuals who cannot defend themselves.
We and Israel need many tens of thousands like them - people who don't whine and bellyache, who know of and live up to their responsibilities.
May G-d heal both of them quickly, giving them a recovery of body and of spirit.
G-d bless Israel and these fine men!