Trump at the US military parade: Our troops come after everyone who endangers America
US President Donald Trump, in a speech during a military parade in Washington on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the US military, has defended his decision to organize the event, noting that the parade is a celebration of the military, despite criticism of a personal spectacle related to his 79th birthday.
– Every other country celebrates its victories. It’s time for the United States to start doing it – Trump said.
He described the US military as « the oldest branch of the greatest combat force that mankind once knew » and sent a warning to global opponents: « American enemies are constantly learning – if the American people endanger, our troops come after you. Your defeat will be confident. Your end. »
Our soldiers never give up, never give up and never give up. They fight, fight, fight – and win, win, win, the US president added.
He expressed gratitude to the members of the armed forces and veterans.
« Thanks to their outstanding service and dedication, 250 years- America stands upright, America stands proud and America stands free, » Trump said.
The parade, which involved over 6,000 troops, 150 military vehicles and 50 aircraft, included an air spectacle, a horse unit and a finished parachute jump with the American flag in front of Trump.
