Philadelphia, the historic birthplace of the United States Army, hosted a three-day celebration marking the Army’s 250th anniversary, culminating in a series of family-friendly events and ceremonies at Independence Mall on Saturday, June 14.
Organized by the Penn & Franklin Chapter of the Association of the United States Army, the festivities honored the Army’s enduring legacy while welcoming 250 new recruits sworn in as a symbol of its future.
Despite a chilly drizzle, approximately 500 attendees, including veterans, active-duty service members, and local dignitaries, gathered to commemorate the milestone. The event, though overshadowed by a grander military parade in Washington, and coinciding with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, remained a heartfelt tribute to the Army’s history and its roots in Philadelphia….