On June 14, 1775, the Continental Congress voted to replace the colonies' part-time militias with a full-time army – and after 1,300 battles and skirmishes, the Army, led by Gen. George Washington, defeated the British Empire,

It's the U.S. Army's birthday. Originally created as a small force, its soldiers have played a major role in the U.S.'s growth and defense.

Millions of American soldiers have marched in military parades since the Civil War, which marked the tradition as a fundamental ritual of American unity.

Trump celebrates the U.S. Army's 250th birthday with a parade in Washington D.C., honoring its history and veterans.

Members of the APG community planted 250 black-eyed Susan flowers at the Living Legacy Forest to commemorate the Army’s

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.

People discuss during Flag Day and the 250th birthday for the United States Army in Washington, DC, USA, on June 14, 2025.President Donald Trump also celebrated his 79th birthday with a Military Parade in Washington.