JUNE 16, 2025 - The Second Continental Congress authorized the creation of the Continental Army, June 14, 1775, and just three days later, the Battle of Bunker Hill was fought between British and Colonial forces in Charlestown, Massachusetts, which is now a neighborhood of Boston. On that day, about 1,200 men of the Colonial force moved from Boston to the hilly Charlestown … [Read more...]
Army’s 250th Birthday Celebration on June 14, 2025
JUNE 14, 2025 - The public is invited to the celebration of the Army’s 250th birthday on June 14, 2025. The festival is at the National Mall in Washington D.C. and begins with an Army Fitness competition at 9:30 a.m. Festival exhibits open at 11 a.m. The festival will provide opportunities to interact with Soldiers, Army astronauts, NFL representatives, and Medal of Honor … [Read more...]
Apache Crew Ready for Army 250th Birthday Celebration
JUNE 14, 2025 - This weekend, the Army will host a large celebration on the National Mall in Washington in honor of its 250th anniversary as a military service. The celebration will include a parade, military flyovers and a large static display where visitors can view military hardware and engage with soldiers. Among those participating will be Army Chief Warrant Officer … [Read more...]
Marines Needed to Guard Federal Property in L.A.
U.S. Marines with 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, who were placed in an alert status over the weekend to support U.S. Northern Command’s mission, arrive in the greater Los Angeles area June 9, 2025. Approximately 700 Marines from Marine Corps Air-Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California, will seamlessly integrate with the Title 10 forces under … [Read more...]
Foundation Hosts Celebrations for Army’s 250th Birthday
JUNE 13, 2025 - The Army Historical Foundation proudly announces that Walmart will serve as its corporate marketing sponsor for commemorations of the Army’s 250th Birthday. Walmart’s contribution will enable the Foundation to host special celebrations and events throughout 2025 and support the Foundation’s promotion of a special Revolutionary War exhibition that debuted at the … [Read more...]