Young twins befriend WWII veteran after hearing his story

Twins Carter and Jack Hanson loved the game Battleship, which led to a family vacation to see the Yorktown, a retired aircraft carrier. There, they learned about a WWII veteran named Robert Harding. The three began emailing and formed a lasting friendship. Steve Hartman shares more in "On the Road."
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[@staralotzka5586]

This is a great story about two awesome boys and their love for This World War II vet. They truly were the greatest generation and should never be forgotten

[@timothyroatenberry1274]

I agree 100% ! These men will never be forgotten !!

[@whateverbro9955]

@@timothyroatenberry1274 not by people with brains

[@doctorsuave]

They really weren’t the greatest generation at all. Obviously these veterans are heroes, undeniably some of the greatest men and women to ever live and a definite exception to what I’m about to say, but don’t pretend that the 40s weren’t only good if you were a white man. There’s a reason why when an old person makes a racist comment the excuse is “oh they’re from a different time.” Also they’re far from the only heroes to fight and die for freedom, that’s part of pretty much every generation. Doesn’t take away from these heroic individuals but saying they’re from the greatest generation is just silly. They’re the greatest of their generation for sure though.

[@wildechild5]

Such a beautiful story. God bless this man for serving our country in World War II.

[@raybravo1897]

You can tell those twins are raised with good morals and values💯 God bless all 3

[@OregonCrow]

please do not god bless!

[@AlystraYT]

@@OregonCrow why not?

[@timothyroatenberry1274]

Those twins can learn some knowledge from this man ! Pay attention guys, he's been their & done that !!

[@patriotsrock2275]

I love this!!! They have found a grandfather through all this and it’s so sweet 🥰🥰🥰

[@Carpenterdane]

Those are his little shipmates forever. ⚓️

[@marvinrosenthal6158]

They're lucky and blessed to have found one another.

[@Venenata]

Them boys are the reason you fought so hard Sir!

[@chickenmama823]

Oh my the tears. This was a much needed story

[@daphnelattimer9952]

The laughter, smiles, and embraces at the end are just beautiful! Jack and Carter, you definitely have changed Mr. Harding's life, just as much as he changed yours!

[@leila_5539]

That the interest of these boys didn’t seem to fade with time is so amazing to me

[@el7jake]

I love it when Steve H. does an update on a previous story. What's great about this one is that I think a lot of kids would have gone on to a new interest or thought that staying in touch with some old former sailor was kid stuff once they entered high school. But he's clearly become a member of their family and vice versa.

[@joannepackus5736]

I absolutely love this story! It so touched my heart and I love hearing they have stayed in touch. What a great way to learn history!

[@teresalegler2777]

Great atory! How wonderful for this old sailor to find friendships with twin brothers who love “Battleship”. This is why history needs to be taught in schools. It’s about humanity.

[@karinaflower5907]

Oh man, this totally made my day! Beautiful souls attract each other.

[@bophreyhumgart2953]

Wow, look at how they're changed, especially the hair. It's great that they're still in touch with Mr. Harding.

[@nursemedic17]

OMG this warmed my heart! My Grandpa was a WWII vet!! I will be thinking about this for years! Beautiful!! :)

[@mikewrasman5103]

The twins got EXTREMELY emotional on how Mr. Harding changed their young lives!

[@melroyfernandes9316]

Thanks for your support and service towards the homeland

[@myshirt84]

God bless Mr.Harding and those kids.

[@thc_treehouse420]

The I missed you from the little boy as the 3 hugged... what a moment... I'm not crying you're crying 😭 🤧

[@sherischutzen49]

Love this

[@darindavis6291]

Man, we need more of this in the world today!!!! Love it..

[@stephaniebarrett6921]

So sweet! What a great story and friendship!

[@parkerharrison7380]

One of the most heartwarming stories to ever see.

[@SuperAvenger98]

I wish I could’ve talked to my grandpa about his time in the Korean War but I didn’t want to bring back any bad memories and hurt the man who gave so much for us. I don’t know if he wouldn’t want to say anything or be excited to tell me. But I wish I would’ve made the effort. Most of all I wish I got a couple more “I love you”s in before he passed. I never disrespected him but I could’ve been there for him more.

[@peacemaker-du4hz]

So glad there was finally an update on this story, glad to see they are still in contact with mr harding

[@sooz9433]

What can I say? If Steve Hartman is bringing the story... it's GOLD God Bless you Mr Hardy and Carter & Jack!!✨️💞

[@Madcatz9000]

Human kindness is so awesome.

[@muffs55mercury61]

Great update and nice to see Mr Harding is still with us.

[@grayskindablue]

Why am I near tears lmao. Years of no crying and this has me all watery-eyed? I don’t even like history or the military 😂 but I love human connection.

[@rl9817]

Please let Steve host the news one Friday. No politics.

[@donnarupert4926]

OMG 😭so very sweet 🙋🏽‍♀️💕

[@lesliebishop4764]

This is my favorite story on the internet! Been following since 2015 and I still think about it. Thank you for the update!

[@emiliobello2538]

Same

[@saralopez5727]

Thanks for the updates. This is such a great story.

[@grumpyoldlady_rants]

What a heartwarming story.

[@maidenfan237]

not many of those guys left we should never forget there sacrifice

[@pablocorrea9926]

Como siempre Steve. con estas historias de vida .que a más de uno lo ase llorar .....

[@darrenheadrick3669]

Most people read about history. Very few live it, like Mr. Hardy. Smooth waters and fair winds to you Sir and your young shipmates.

[@morp3022]

This is an Absolutely Beautiful story! God bless Carter, Jack, and Mr. Harding. This story Truly touched my heart. Thank you for sharing it, and thank you Mr. Harding for your service.

[@joweemac]

I love this story as i lived on the USS Oriskany CVA 34 from 74 to 76 (about) with two West Packs.

[@jeremiahgroovy3480]

That's awesome!

[@Kathryn1988]

What a beautiful story. ❤

[@BillyAlabama]

Beautiful story!

[@heathercloete7450]

🤗 watched this a year ago. Just as heartwarming today.

[@nlp6082]

Such a great story ❤

[@GiftFromGod4U]

I LOVED THIS... absolutely loved it. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@rogerrendzak8055]

Love, and connections, are timeless😁!!! Especially if you love ships, and history. Remember, people don't change. Only ideals do 😏!!

[@elcabrito21]

My brother served on a destroyer as an engineer, that's pretty Kool I'm proud of him

[@michaeljj43]

Brilliant!!!!

[@0111DTheProphet]

Please make more Steve Hartman videos

[@Laserguy660]

Awesomeness

[@lisa-kg1nk]

❤️😢

[@RikodiusRex]

I will totally be his friend.

[@The.Original.Potatocakes]

Almost all WW2 participants have passed away, very unfortunate.

[@centechken1]

Ok, this one got me...

[@tdp73]

❤️

[@gravityslave6277]

The kid on the right looks like *every* picture of someones mom from the 70's.

[@emiliobello2538]

This seems like something out of a movie

[@Japhethacuna]

Yeah agreed

[@emiliobello2538]

@@Japhethacuna yes

[@Yourdad.com456]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@terrym5023]

Steve ❤️ man 😏

[@statesman01]

As a Hindu, I'd like to believe that those two brothers were drawn to that particular ship and to Mr Harding because they were probably connected to him and the ship in their past lives and were probably taken before their time. Most of us don't remember our previous birth but we believe that the interests we pursue in this birth were those that we wished to but were unable to in previous lives.

[@beeriswhatimake]

Who cut the onions?!?

[@takuma8974]

1:54 I cannot be the only one that thinks he looks like Desmond Llewelyn but not entirely

[@RikodiusRex]

I miss Mr. Jack this Veteran for whom I made coffee and banana bread. 😞

[@marlenelehano4996]

So very beautiful 🌈💜

[@toddstein5407]

They probably have kept him going, giving him a purpose

[@MrJking065]

I use to care less about history. But after I seen in todays world people trying to ease history I started studying it. There are so many things most people have no clue that happened in World War I and II. The Civil war is another thing I have study. I have started studying the Wars that the Roman Empire wages.

[@OregonCrow]

k

[@kevindahlberg7753]

CBS telling a feel good story about honoring our elders and patriotism, Im amazed the white house let them cover this... Let's go Brandon

[@adamthers1881]

Legend's

[@NaviNeku24]

Man, those kids are so lucky to have met someone like Mr. Harding. Honestly, if I met a WWII vet who had all these war stories, I’d listen to them all day; it’s so fascinating. This is definitely a relationship to be treasured. ❤️🤍💙

[@daphnelattimer9952]

The laughter, smiles, and embraces at the end are just beautiful! Jack and Carter, you definitely have changed Mr. Harding's life, just as much as he changed yours!