2025 House Resolution 131

Whereas, June 14, 2025, marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States Army in 1775 when the Continental Congress established the First Continental Army and named George Washington, Commander-in-Chief; and

Whereas, The Continental Army proudly served from 1775 to 1783, defeating British tyranny and ushering in an era of American independence. In 1783, the United States Army officially debuted to the world; and

Whereas, The mission of the United States Army is to deploy, fight, and win our nation’s wars by securing ready, prompt, and sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force; and

Whereas, Today, the United States Army is the world’s most powerful and effective land force in the world. It is a ready-to-fight force that is experienced, lethal, and trained to conduct any mission, anywhere, in support of our nation’s security; and

Whereas, The Army’s greatest asset is our people – the finest men and women our great nation has to offer, with a myriad of talents that make us stronger; and

Whereas, From the Revolutionary War onward, our warfighters have consistently demonstrated their resolve to defend freedom at home and abroad; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States Army. We honor all the work they have done to defend our nation.