WASHINGTON (NEXSTAR) – Washington, D.C. is gearing up for one of the largest military parades in recent history as the U.S. Army marks its 250th anniversary this Saturday. The celebration will feature thousands of troops, tanks rolling through the streets, and dramatic aircraft flyovers above the National Mall.
“Being part of the Army’s 250th is an amazing opportunity especially to represent the First Infantry Division,” said Major Brandt Murphy, who will be among the soldiers marching down Constitution Avenue.
Lieutenant Colonel Patrick Husted added: “You don’t see tanks drive down the streets in D.C., so that in itself is going to be very, very cool.”…