Here's how the US military celebrates Christmas when serving in warzones by Ben Brimelow on Dec 24, 2017, 1:11 PM Advertisement
 Christmas is one of the most celebrated holidays of the year. All across the United States, civilians will light up Christmas, stockings will be hung, and the front lawns of countless homes are brightened up by some truly impressive Christmas lights. The men and women of the world's militaries don't sit out on these festivities either. Whether serving at home, or far abroad, Christmas is a time for everyone to celebrate. Here are some photos that show how soldiers, sailors, and airmen celebrate Christmas: SEE ALSO: The incredible true story of when WWI stopped for enemy armies to celebrate Christmas together SEE ALSO: These are the most incredible photos of the US Air Force in 2017 Despite being deployed to deserts, soldiers find a way to put up Christmas trees at their bases, like this one in Afghanistan. 
Some holiday themed humor can be seen. Here, a soldier rides a military motorcycle dressed as Santa Claus after distributing gifts in Ghazni province, Afghanistan on December 24, 2005. 
Some servicemen take their holiday spirit on missions. Like this US airman wearing a Santa hat during a Christmas visit operation on December 2 this year. 
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