Celebrating Army's 247th Birthday

June 15, 2022

Collage created by USA Patriotism! from photos associated with the respective U.S. Army photos below.

Top Scene
(From left to right) Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth; Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. James McConville; Command Sgt. Maj. Charles Albertson, executive officer, Sergeant Major of the Army; and Maj. Gen. Allan M. Pepin, commanding general, Joint Task Force -National Capital Region and the U.S. Army Military District of Washington participate in an Army Full Honors Wreath-Laying at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Va., June 14, 2022. This wreath was in honor of the U.S. Army’s Birthday. The U.S. Army’s legacy has been built over 247 years on the dedication, courage, and heroism of every American soldier. We honor all who have answered the call since the Army’s founding in 1775. (U.S. Army photo by Elizabeth Fraser / Arlington National Cemetery)

Bottom Left Scene
The 1st Battalion, 145th Aviation Regiment Command team, led by Lt. Col. Katherine J. Slingerland, commander and Command Sgt. Maj. Joey R. Dotson participate in a post run along Ruf Avenue in celebration of the U.S. Army's 247th birthday June 14, 2022 at Fort Rucker, Alabama. (U.S. Army photo by 2nd Lt. Michael Needham)

Bottom Right Scene
U.S. Army Soldiers dressed in past Army military uniforms walk to the front for a demonstration during the Army’s 247th birthday celebration, held at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, June 14, 2022. The Army’s annual birthday celebration highlights total force history and tradition, and commemorates the continuous commitment to defending America 24/7. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Andrea Kent)