Two from the World War II generation are still giving back, this time, to others who have served, along with hundreds of other volunteers, by placing wreaths on the gravestones of veterans at Saratoga National Cemetery. 

"It's delightful, really, to see all these graves and they're all in so nice an order," said WWII veteran George Williams. "It's very emotional."

It's not just a volunteer effort in the Capital Region, but part of the nationwide "Wreaths Across America" program.

The amount of work that goes into this effort is astounding: This year, more than 12,000 wreaths were donated and placed at gravesites.

"If you've lost a loved one and he's buried here, this is a way to remember them, a tribute to them for their service and their sacrifice," said Saratoga National Cemetery Cemetery Director Scott Lamb.

For many, it's a time to reflect on the sacrifices made by servicemen and women.

"Not just this time of the year, but for all times of the year, you should all come and pay respects," said veteran Kenneth H. Bailey. "That's the way I look at it."