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Army to celebrate 250 years on Flag Day. What to know about the parade
by Evan Sasiela, The Detroit Free Press, June 13, 2025
The U.S. Army is celebrating its 250th birthday on Saturday, June 14, and President Donald Trump is making it a national event with a major parade through Washington, D.C.
Thousands of troops will join President Trump for an “Army Birthday Parade” featuring at least 6,600 soldiers in uniforms from the past and present at the parade, in addition to Army equipment and flyovers, according to USA TODAY.
Trump will celebrate his 79th birthday amid the Army celebration and Flag Day.
The Army's birthday theme this year is: “This we’ll defend,” the U.S. Army Public Affairs said in a May news release. The theme was first used as a battle cry by the Continental Army.
“Today, it reminds us that our Army’s purpose is clear: to fight and win the nation’s wars," the U.S. Army Public Affairs said. "We remain committed to honing our warfighting skills, enforcing standards and discipline, and living the values that have defined our Army for the past 250 years."
HEGSETH: "We're not interested in your woke garbage and your political correctness."
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When does the "Army Birthday Parade" begin?
The parade is set to begin at 6:30 p.m. June 14 and conclude around 9:30 p.m.
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Events from the 250th birthday celebration, lasting from June 7-14, will be livestreamed on all U.S. Army social media platforms.
How can I attend the Army parade in Washington, DC?
Those interested in attending can RSVP online. Tickets for the parade are limited.
You may register up to two people per mobile number through the website.
