Army to celebrate 250th anniversary on Trump’s birthday
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President Trump is hosting a parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army today, bringing tanks and soldiers to the streets of Washington, D.C., for the capital's first major military parade in more than three decades.
A military parade Saturday evening will mark the Army’s 250th anniversary, but thunderstorms and anti-Trump demonstrations could dampen the mood.
Though Saturday, June 14, is President's 79th birthday, the Washington D.C. parade is meant to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army.
Dissent against the parade is also coming partly from within one of Trump’s most reliable support bases: veterans. Although former U.S. military personnel have historically voted with wide margins in favor of Trump and the Republican Party, there is a growing discontent among some within the community.
The parade, which falls on the president’s 79th birthday, is being held to commemorate the Army’s 250th anniversary.
The prospect of America’s largest military parade in decades, scheduled Saturday in Washington, D.C., drew responses this week from Long Island veterans ranging from full-throated support to deep unease.
and leadership that defines the United States,” according to a news release. The "Grand Military Parade" and the preceding festival occur on Saturday, June 14. Here's what to know if you can’t attend in person, Californians. The U.S. Army will ...
America’s oldest military service turns 250 on Saturday. If you see an active duty, former, or retired member of the Army, wish their service a happy birthday.