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‘A Profoundly Challenging Year’: The US Army Celebrates 245th Birthday Amidst Riots, Pandemic

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‘A Profoundly Challenging Year’: The US Army Celebrates 245th Birthday Amidst Riots, Pandemic
In celebration of the Army's 245th birthday, the Guam Army National Guard's oldest Soldier Col. Mike Cruz, left, and youngest Soldier Pvt. Jayton Penaflor cut the birthday cake during a ceremony at the Guam National Guard Headquarters in Barrigada June 12. JoAnna Delfin/U.S. Army National Guard
Michael Wing
Michael Wing
Editor and Writer
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Sunday not only marked the birthday of U.S. President Donald J. Trump, it also marked the 245th birthday of the United States Army.

The theme of this year’s demarcation highlighted contributions of soldiers both past and present to inspire those yet to serve in the future.

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Michael Wing
Michael Wing
Editor and Writer
Michael Wing is a writer and editor based in Calgary, Canada, where he was born and educated in the arts. He writes mainly on culture, human interest, and trending news.
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