4 Things to Do If You're Avoiding the "America 250" Parade on June 14 - Washingtonian
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The upcoming 'America 250' military parade on June 14 commemorates the United States' 250th anniversary, coinciding with President Trump's birthday. It will showcase tanks, helicopters, and approximately 7,000 soldiers in Washington, D.C., causing significant road closures and flight delays. For those wishing to engage with American history in other ways, Mount Vernon will host a birthday celebration for George Washington, and protests across the country under the 'No Kings' banner offer avenues for civic participation. Additionally, the National Museum of the United States Army features new exhibits highlighting military history.
If you're not too keen on attending the parade, here are some other ideas.
The event is bringing tanks, helicopters, and nearly 7,000 soldiers to the DC as well as a long list of road closures and a pause on flights.
To celebrate the 250th anniversary, Mount Vernon is throwing a birthday party featuring live military drills and a patriotic boat parade.
You can learn about the last 250 years of the Army at the National Museum of the United States Army in Fort Belvoir.
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