Volunteers at Fort Devens are handing out some holiday cheer. They’re giving away Christmas trees as part of the annual “Trees for Soldiers” program.

“Oh, this is great, this is great,” one Vietnam veteran said. “It helps a lot of the veterans. I’ve seen it since 2018, when I came back from Kuwait, and I think it’s a great program that they’re doing. Considering what the cost of trees are now.”

Trees for Soldiers is run by “Operation: Service,” an organization dedicated to helping service members and veterans.

All U.S. servicemen, women, and families with loved ones who have been deployed were welcomed to come pick up a free Christmas tree.

Organizers say it’s a small way they can say thank you for the service and sacrifice of those who keep the country safe.

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