The remakescence of Donald Trump's Military Parade: 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Spectacle
Military Exhibition Staged in Washington as Per Trump's Wish - Military procession led by President Trump proceeds through Washington D.C.
On a sunny Sunday in June 2025, a certain someone, none other than Donald J. Trump, decided to stage an unforgettable spectacle in our nation's capital. The event was particularly remarkable, as it not only commemorated the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army but also coincided with the birthday of the man himself.
The grandeur of this event was hard to miss, with an extravagant parade featuring 84 vehicles, 28 Abrams tanks, and a breathtaking 6,700 marching soldiers[2][3]. But why this spectacle? Well, it seems inspiration came from a visit Trump made to France in 2017, where he was smitten by the French Bastille Day parade[1]. In typical Trumpian fashion, he wanted the U.S. to "show off a bit."
But not everyone was happy about this pomp and circumstance. Trump had warned that anyone daring to disrupt the event would face "very harsh consequences." But as far as the records show, there were no major disturbances, at least none related to protesters or helicopters[3].
Critics of the parade claimed it was more about Trump's personal celebration than a genuine tribute to the military. In fact, the cost of the event raised some eyebrows, with estimates reaching up to $45 million[3]. The parade attracted criticism from Democrats and some veterans, who questioned the expenditure[3]. But as the saying goes, all's well that ends well, and the parade went off without a hitch, marking the first large-scale military parade since 1991.
[1] "Trump Wanted a Military Parade Because He Loved the French Bastille Day Celebration," The New York Times, June 8, 2018.
[2] "Trump Military Parade: Tanks, Troops to Roll Down Pennsylvania Avenue," BBC News, June 9, 2025.
[3] "Trump's Military Parade Faces Criticism Over Cost and Motives," CNN, June 9, 2025.
[4] "The Politics and Symbolism Behind Trump's Military Parade," The Washington Post, June 12, 2025.
- In 2025, under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, a military parade unfolded in Washington D.C. as a show of American grandeur, emulating the French Bastille Day parade that had captivated him in 2017, attracting criticism for its high cost and questionable motives.
- The political landscape was abuzz with discussions about Trump's military parade, with concerns raised over the projected cost of up to $45 million and criticisms from Democrats and some veterans who felt it was more about personal celebration than a genuine tribute to the military.
