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Why Trump’s military ‘birthday’ parade is so controversial
The 250th anniversary of the United States Army could see hundreds of thousands descend on Washington DC to watch tanks roll through the streets for the first time in three decades.
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Troops march over the Memorial Bridge in Washington DC, as they head towards the Pentagon during the National Victory Day Parade in 1991. Pic: PA
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Tanks parade past President Donald Trump, Melania Trump, President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte Macron in 2017. Pic: AP
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Preparations are underway in Washington DC for the celebrations. Pic: AP
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Military vehicles are being transported to Washington DC ahead of this weekend's parade. Pic: AP
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Among the critics is California Governor Gavin Newsom. Pic: AP
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Red Square during a military parade on Victory Day in 2025. Pic: Reuters
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North Korea's 2023 military parade. Pic: AP
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Pic: MoD
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