President Donald Trump praised the United States Army as the “greatest, fiercest and bravest fighting force” at the conclusion of a grand display of military might in the nation’s capital Saturday as the Army celebrated its 250th birthday with a parade.

Donald Trump turned 79 June 14, 2025, the same day as the Army's 250th birthday parade in DC. Melania was there, but not all of Trump's children were.

Follow the live updates on D.C.’s massive military parade in celebration of the Army’s 250th birthday on President Donald Trump’s birthday.

A military parade​ through the streets of Washington, D.C., celebrates the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary today. These maps show the route.