Thanksgiving is a big operation at nearby Fort Leonard Wood. It included more than 13,000 meals during the lunch celebration, and 31,000-plus meals throughout the day — utilizing 8,000 pounds of turkey, 1,500 pounds of shrimp, 2,000 pounds of prime rib and 3,000 assorted cakes and pies with all the accompaniments. Credit: (Fort Leonard Wood photograph)

Fort Leonard Wood held its traditional Thanksgiving Day celebration on Nov. 25 in 13 dining facilities on post, with meals for service members, as well as a specific time and location for Department of Defense ID cardholders, retirees and their families.

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