All articles tagged with #army 250th anniversary
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Washington Post
Washington D.C. hosted a large military parade featuring tanks, troops, and flyovers to celebrate the Army's 250th birthday, fulfilling President Trump's long-standing desire for a grand display of military might, amid mixed public reactions.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CBS News
President Trump attended a military parade in Washington D.C. to celebrate the Army's 250th anniversary, featuring thousands of soldiers, tanks, and aircraft, amid protests and political criticism over the event's cost and optics.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by PBS
President Trump is hosting a large military parade in Washington D.C. to celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th birthday, featuring thousands of soldiers, historic and modern equipment, and aircraft, with an estimated cost of up to $45 million, amid mixed public and political reactions.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by ABC News
A large military parade celebrating the Army's 250th birthday is scheduled for June 14 in Washington D.C., featuring thousands of soldiers, military vehicles, aircraft, and a parade route along Constitution Avenue, with events starting early in the day and culminating in a fireworks display, amid significant security and costs.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Politico
The Senate Armed Services Committee expresses skepticism over the Army's plan to hold a costly parade for its 250th birthday, with estimates ranging from $25 million to $40 million, citing concerns over expense and infrastructure damage, while some officials defend it as a vital recruiting event.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Politico
The U.S. Army plans a costly parade in Washington for its 250th birthday, featuring tanks, historic aircraft, and troops, but faces skepticism and criticism from Republican and Democratic lawmakers over its $25-40 million price tag and priorities amid budget concerns.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by USA Today
A large military parade in Washington celebrating the Army's 250th anniversary will feature troops, tanks, aircraft, and musical performances, including country singers and a DJ, coinciding with President Trump's 79th birthday, with an expected attendance of over 200,000 people and a cost of up to $45 million.