Festivities for 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army celebration kick off in nation's capital
A wreath-laying ceremony with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth took place at Arlington National Cemetery on Saturday morning followed by a festival with various events throughout the day until the parade begins at 6:30pm
Festivities for the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army celebration kicked off on Saturday in the nation's capital.
A wreath-laying ceremony with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth took place at Arlington National Cemetery in the morning.
A festival including various events throughout the day followed the wreath-laying ceremony.
The parade, which features country singer Lee Greenwood performing "God Bless the USA" is scheduled to begin at 6:30pm.
A fireworks display will follow the parade.
The event coincides with President Trump's 79th birthday and Flag Day.
Trump is scheduled to participate in the event.
Anti-Trump "No Kings" protests in cities and towns across the country are taking place as the 250th anniversary celebration unfolds.
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