2025 Senate Resolution 58

Whereas, June 14, 2025, marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. 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 U.S. Army officially debuted to the world; and

Whereas, The mission of the U.S. 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 U.S. Army is the 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 strong; 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 Senate, That the members of this legislative body commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States (U.S.) Army. We commend all the work they have done to defend our nation.