The heart of Washington D.C. pulsated with the thunderous cadence of military machinery as a grand parade of armored force and artillery snaked down Constitution Avenue, a seldom-seen spectacle in a nation where displays of military power are infrequent. This event marked the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, a milestone commended by President Donald Trump, who had personally requested this lavish display of military prowess.
The parade, sprawling across millions of dollars of investment with an estimated cost between $25 million (€21.6 million) and $45 million, showcased the robust military heritage of America. With some 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles—ranging from M4 Sherman tanks to state-of-the-art personnel carriers and powerful howitzers—and over 50 aircraft, including Apache and Black Hawks, the parade was a formidable showcase of military might. The parade route transformed into a sea of spectators for the event, with President Trump observing the occasion from a secure, elevated vantage point behind bulletproof glass.
In a speech following the parade, President Trump hailed the military’s strength, asserting, “Every other country celebrates their victories, it’s about time America did too. America’s enemies have learned that if you threaten the American people, our soldiers are coming for you.”
This assertion of military dominance was juxtaposed against a backdrop of patriotism and national pride, with Trump heralding the U.S. as “the hottest country in the world,” underpinned by the unyielding might of its armed forces.
In essence, the parade wasn’t just a celebration of military history; it was a declaration of America’s current strength and a warning to its adversaries, all under the keen observance of its Commander-in-Chief.
Source: https://www.dw.com/en/us-trump-thanks-army-at-military-parade-in-washington/live-72906801?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf
