SAN ANTONIO – Fort Sam Houston soldiers brought holiday cheer to a local elementary school.
On Wednesday, the soldiers handed out gifts to more than 300 students at Pershing Elementary School. The gift-giving tradition started in 2011.
The school principal said she is thankful for the support from Fort Sam not just during the holidays, but year-round.
Watch the soldiers hand out gifts in the video player above.
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