We know that Christmas is the season of giving, but Fort Carson soldiers are taking it a step further.
Soldiers from the U.S. Army installation near Colorado Springs volunteered their time for Operation Stryker Christmas 2015 for the sixth year in a row.
Wearing Santa hats, thousands of them marched for 25 miles in the cold weather in order to give donated goods to people in the community who need them most. And much like the real-life secret Santa who dedicates his time to give money to those less fortunate than him, these soldiers truly enjoy giving back.
"When we are called upon to do our nation's business, to deploy somewhere, you guys have our back, and this is our way of giving back, " Maj. Boyd told Fox 21 News. "This means a lot to these soldiers. To be able to give, it warms their hearts."
Some of the soldiers aren't even Christian, but they still participate in hopes that they are spreading a positive message.
"They are so proud to take part of this," Maj. Boyd added. "As they said, Christmas is about more than just day. It's about more than just a religion. It's about community and about giving. That's what the Christmas spirit is and we are happy to be a part of it."
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