TRADOC will celebrate the Army 250th Birthday on 14 June 2025. Centers of Excellence and Subordinate Commands will capture content from across the enterprise of the various birthday events and activities.
When the American Revolution began on April 19, 1775, the colonies relied on local militias to defend their homes. However, as the war intensified, it became clear that an organized, centralized army was necessary to challenge the British.
First adopted by the War Office of the Continental Army, This We’ll Defend has been the U.S. Army’s defining motto since 1778.
More than just words, it encapsulates the Army’s enduring mission: to safeguard the nation, protect its citizenry, and uphold its values.
