Military Parade to Celebrate US Army's 250th Anniversary Coincides with Trump's Birthday

As the US Army prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary on June 14, a military parade is set to take place in Washington D.C., coinciding with the birthday of President Donald Trump. This festivity, described as a "day-long festival," will feature an impressive display of 6,600 soldiers, alongside 150 military vehicles and 50 aircraft. The idea of a military parade was first proposed by Trump during his initial term in 2018, but was shelved due to projected costs of approximately $90 million.

In recent comments, Trump has also expressed intentions to rename Veterans Day as "Victory Day for World War I," celebrating American contributions to the conflict, as well as suggesting "Victory Day for World War II" on May 8. However, it remains unclear whether such changes will proceed without congressional approval.

Though local officials criticized the costs associated with the previous military parade proposal, planning for the upcoming event is already underway. The Army seeks to enhance the celebration with more demonstrations and community engagements. On Trump's birthday, he turns 79, making this military celebration even more notable.

While Veterans Day honors all US military veterans and has undergone name changes over the years, the proposed alteration by Trump to include "Victory Days" certainly has sparked conversation about how America recognizes its military history.