I may be a Marine Corps gal, but that won’t stop me from wishing the soldiers in the United States Army a very happy 235th birthday:

Two hundred and thirty-five years ago, the United States Army was established to defend our Nation. From the Revolutionary War to the current operations taking place around the world, our Soldiers remain Army Strong with a deep commitment to our core values and beliefs. This 235th birthday commemorates America’s Army – Soldiers, Families and Civilians – who are achieving a level of excellence that is truly Army Strong. Being Army Strong goes beyond physical endurance and mental preparedness. It encompasses an indomitable spirit, and high ethical and moral values. These are not only desirable traits in a person, but in a Nation that wishes to live up to the ideals and vision of its founders. We are “America’s Army: The Strength of the Nation.”

Let’s take a moment today to pay tribute to an institution that has spent over two centuries fighting for and defending our freedoms. If you see a soldier today, stop and tell them thank you. And Happy Birthday to the United States Army!