U.S. Army Celebrates 250th Anniversary with Nationwide Events

The United States Army celebrated its 250th anniversary in multiple locations across the country, including Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Yuma, and Maryland. The Army was established on June 14, 1775, in Philadelphia, predating the Declaration of Independence, with significant historical ties to Pennsylvania, including Valley Forge and Gettysburg. Celebrations featured military parades, ceremonies, reenactments, and community events such as family-friendly activities, enlistments, and birthday cake cuttings. In Maryland, Governor Wes Moore, an Army veteran, led a 2.5-mile run at Fort George G. Meade with service members from all branches showing support. Yuma hosted a celebration at Colorado River State Historic Park with new recruit oath ceremonies, historical videos, and family activities. These events honored the Army’s legacy of protecting American freedoms and its continuing role in national defense.