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U.S. Army celebrates its 250th birthday on June 14, 2025
June 12, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
This year the Army will commemorate its 250th birthday with special events, including a parade in Washington, D.C. This date marks the founding of the Army in 1775, when the Continental Congress authorized the enlistment of riflemen to serve the United Colonies.