Cheers and chants rang out Saturday from a crowd of thousands as soldiers manned modern and historic tanks and aircraft for the Army’s 250th anniversary celebration in the District.
Gunners positioned atop Bradley Fighting Vehicles shouted “U-S-A, U-S-A” while the Army Golden Knights parachuted onto the Ellipse during the military parade along Constitution Avenue Northwest that brought veterans, active-duty soldiers and everyday Americans to the nation’s capital.
President Trump looked on from the main stage, sitting just south of the White House in an event featuring 50 helicopters, 60-ton M1 Abrams battle tanks and more than 6,000 soldiers, with some dressed in historical garb. The Army’s anniversary celebration coincided with Mr. Trump’s 79th birthday and Flag Day.
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