Being a role model is a big part of becoming a hero. One way he does this is by leading by example. Knowing him for 13 years, I can say that he is has manners wherever he goes. Being in private with him he is not rude, and being out in public in his kind and respectful to everyone. Teaching and being a role model creates a hero.
When you think about a hero you think of a leader not a boss. Richard has taken part in the navy, and that has played a part in why he is like this. He