The U.S. Army Celebrates 232 Years of Service

U.S. Senate 232nd Army Birthday Cake Cutting Ceremony Photo by U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Christina M. O'Connell June 12, 2007

Since its birth on 14 June 1775—over a year before the Declaration of Independence—the United States Army has played a vital role in the growth and development of our Nation. Soldiers have fought more than 10 wars, from the American Revolution through the Cold War, the Gulf War, to the current War on Terrorism.

This 232nd Birthday is a recognition of The Army's history, traditions, and service to the Nation, a Call To Duty, 232 Years of Service to Our Nation.

2007 Army Birthday Message
As we proudly celebrate the United States Army's 232nd Brithday on 14 June 2007, and do so in the midst of a long and challenging war, it is useful to remind ourselves that the Army has always existed to field forces for our victory.

From the Battle of Yorktown to Belleau Wood, from D-Day to the Chosin Reservior, from Vietnam to Iraq and Afghanistan, Soldiers have demonstrated unmatched courage, dedication and willingness to sacrifice to accomplish any mission. They have served our country with incrdible honor and distinction. They understood, as few others have, that our Constitution and the freedom it guaruntees are worth fighting for. They have sacrificed their personal comfort and safety to answer a higher calling--service in the cause of freedom, both at home and abroad.

Today's Soldiers symbolize the nobility of selfless service. Today's Soldiers are motivated by an unwavering belief that they will be victorious on the field of battle, because we have fought this way since 1775 and they always will. Today's Soldiers are imbued with the Army Values and live with the Warrior Ethos:

I will always place the mission first

I will never accept defeat

I will never quit

I will never leave a fallen comrade

While the Army has much work ahead of us, it has much to be proud of and to celebrate. God bless each and every one of you and your families, and God bless America.

Army Strong!

Related Links

2007 Army Birthday Message (pdf)

2007 Army Birthday Presidential Message (pdf)

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