For the first time in more than 30 years, tanks will roll through the capital of the United States.
The 250th anniversary of the United States Army could see hundreds of thousands descend on Washington DC to watch as 60-ton M1 Abrams battle tanks and Paladin self-propelled howitzers rumble along the streets.
But, like almost everything Donald Trump is involved in, it has not come without controversy or criticism.
It wasn’t originally planned as a birthday celebration – the event had been in the works since before Mr Trump was elected – but earlier this year the president announced his intention to add a massive military parade to the event, which would coincide with his own 79th birthday.
Speaking earlier this week, Mr Trump said it is going to be a “big day”, adding: “We want to show off a little bit.”
Officials have estimated around 200,000 people could turn out, including protesters, plus 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles and 50 aircraft.
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