Preps for 250th Birthday of the Army Underway
- The U.S. Army celebrated its 250th birthday on June 14, 2025, with events across the nation including a main ceremony in Washington, D.C.
- The birthday marks the Army's origin from the June 14, 1775, Continental Congress resolution forming a united force before American independence.
- Key activities included a 250-mile ruck march in California, runs at various posts, a Revolutionary War exhibit opening on June 7, and the Week of the Eagles starting June 9.
- Participants in the ruck march carried the U.S. flag, the official colors of the Army, along with a book containing the names of more than 500,000 fallen service members, while the D.C. festivities concluded with a parade followed by fireworks.
- These events honored the Army's longstanding service and sacrifice, fostering public engagement and supporting soldiers nationwide through commemorative exhibits, runs, and ceremonies.
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