honoring Op Santa 65-year tradition

The Alaska National Guard safely delivers Christmas gifts to three remote villages, honoring Op Santa 65-year tradition

Credit: Petty Officer 2nd Class Victoria Granado | Date Taken: 11/20/2020
Alaska National Guard service members and civilians wrap gifts and supplies as part of Operation Santa Claus. For 65 years the Alaska National Guard and Alaska Salvation Army have engaged with the rural communities spreading holiday joy. Due to COVID-19 precautionary measures, the Guardsmen and volunteers delivered the gifts to the villages for distribution to the children. None of the personnel involved in the missions interacted with the local citizens.