Amidst ominous stormclouds, a military parade was held in Washington DC to celebrate the American military's history, shedding light on the country's present and future under President Donald Trump. Soldiers, tanks, and robot dogs paraded along Constitution Ave. for the first major military parade in the US capital since 1991. As Trump took the stage, his dream of a military parade finally realized, it seemed like a celebration for his 79th birthday.

For both supporters and opponents gathered at the National Mall, this was unmistakably 'Trump's parade'. The line between celebration and political statement blurred as families queued to experience the spectacle, reminiscent of scenes from Moscow. Amidst legal battles and protests, the parade showcased America's military strength and Trump's ambitions for a second term.

Trump's love for military pomp is well-documented, dating back to his admiration of the French Bastille Day parades in 2017. Despite criticisms and comparisons to authoritarian leaders, Trump sees the parade as a way to celebrate America's victories. The paradox of a president campaigning to end foreign wars hosting a military parade in the heart of Washington DC was not lost on observers.

Parades like these are not just displays of military might but reflections of political times. Trump's parade, aimed at honoring America's servicemen and women, also seeks to rival other nations' grand parades like Russia's Victory Day. As the event unfolded, Trump defied skepticism and even the threat of a downpour, showcasing his vision for America's military prowess.