(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Hundreds of people gathered to place wreaths on veterans' graves in El Paso County on Saturday, Dec. 14. Wreaths Across America is a project that places wreaths on the graves of veterans at national cemeteries, with the mission to honor America's fallen, remind the next generation of their sacrifices, and honor those who served. "So that's probably the most important thing," said Bob McLaughlin, Executive Director of Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center. "We must never forget service and sacrifice. And by the action here today, bringing the wreaths to the gravesites is showing that dignity and respect." Courtesy: FOX21 News Photojournalist Lilia OnstottCourtesy: FOX21 News Photojournalist Lilia OnstottCourtesy: FOX21 News Photojournalist Lilia OnstottCourtesy: FOX21 News Photojournalist Lilia OnstottCourtesy: FOX21 News Photojournalist Lilia Onstott Mt. Carmel Veterans Services Center and Next Chapter partnered with Wreaths Across America to bring the community together to help decorate the Pikes Peak National Cemetery in Colorado Springs on Saturday. Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center's mission is to provide best practices for our military veterans and their families through accessible programs, resources, and collaborative partnerships that empower lives and strengthen the community.