On Thursday, June 14, the U.S. Army celebrated its 243rd birthday.
The #USArmy lineage of heroes from WWI to present day has not hesitated to respond to our nation’s call since 1775 to today. #ArmyBDay pic.twitter.com/0r62OJ39bA
— U.S. Army (@USArmy) June 14, 2018
On June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress voted to adopt troops in Boston and New York City, forming a force that would go on to become the United States Army.
The troops, under the leadership of George Washington, were adopted to fight in the American Revolutionary War.
Happy birthday, United States Army, and thank you to the brave men and women who serve our country. pic.twitter.com/Q83RHqqzTg
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) June 14, 2018
The United States Army is the largest branch of the United States Armed Forces and performs land-based operations. Since its founding, the United States Army has become one of the most powerful fighting forces in the world.
Our @USArmy is turning 243 years old and we want to hear from you. Post a video telling us what the #USArmy means to you or recognize someone you know that serves. #ArmyBDay pic.twitter.com/64rhyKNVwa
— GEN Mark A. Milley (@ArmyChiefStaff) June 12, 2018
The U.S. Army currently has nearly 500,000 active duty personnel, more than 300,000 in the Army National Guard and nearly 200,000 in the Army Reserve.
Happening now at @ArlingtonNatl, a #USArmy Full Honors Wreath Laying ceremony with @ArmyChiefStaff, @SecArmy and @15thSMA in recognition of the #ArmyBDay https://t.co/i3xcbkUvB0 pic.twitter.com/7wLPARs6Jx
— U.S. Army (@USArmy) June 14, 2018
The American flag has stood with the @USArmy in every major conflict– tomorrow, we celebrate them both.#ArmyBDay #FlagDay pic.twitter.com/ZfjNDJXqXz
— U.S. Army Reserve (@USArmyReserve) June 13, 2018
