Watch the full broadcast story here: Veterans receive hero's welcome home after emotional New York retreat

Hundreds of friends and family members filled an airport hangar to welcome the veterans home from their emotional journey organized by Old Glory Honor Flight, a nonprofit that sends veterans to visit their war memorials.

"That was very powerful, we had an emotional couple days," said Gregory Hansel, an Army veteran who served in Afghanistan.

Hansel said the reception in Appleton was humbling.

"That many people who love and support you… sometimes you don't think about it but they're all there to help you and support you through life," Hansel said.

Diana MacDonald, executive director of Old Glory Honor Flight, said the organization's focus has always been on mental health suppor

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