The Black McDonald's Operators Association is giving away meals to thousands of Chicago-area families and veterans, marking 25 years of its "Food for the Body & Spirit" turkey giveaway.

The annual event began Tuesday at one of the five McDonald’s locations distributing turkeys, baked goods, and food gift cards throughout the week.

Aerial footage showed large numbers of families and veterans lined up to take part in the Veterans Day celebration, according to ABC 7 Chicago.