The United States Army is set to turn 250-years-old on June 14, which happens to coincide with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday.

According to the Associated Press, the event is to be commemorated with a massive celebration which will lock down D.C.

Thousands of troops to participate in "daylong festival"

The news service revealed this past week that it had obtained a planning document which detailed how the spectacle will feature "about 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles and 50 helicopters."

Army spokesman Steve Warren confirmed the news in a statement released on Friday, saying that Americans can look forward to "a spectacular fireworks display, a parade, and a daylong festival on the National Mall."

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Warren touted plans "to make the celebration even bigger, with more capability demonstrations, additional displays of equipment, and more engagement with the community."

However, the Associated Press noted that Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser and other local officials are far less enthusiastic about the endeavor.

Planned parachute display by Army's Golden Knights

"If military tanks were used, they should be accompanied with many millions of dollars to repair the roads," Bowser was quoted as saying last month.

The Associated Press pointed out that the Army's birthday celebration has been planned for over a year and is expected to include displays of military equipment along with demonstrations by soldiers and fitness competitions.

The parade is then to be followed with a display put on by the Golden Knights, who are the Army's competitive parachute team.

What's more, the event will feature civilian contributions as well, including from reenactor organizations plus individuals showcasing historical vehicles and aircraft.

Trump sought to hold military parade during his first term

The Associated Press reported that the president was inspired to organize the event after witnessing a parade by France's military to commemorate Bastille Day.

Yet Trump ultimately decided to cancel the parade in August of 2018 as its projected $92 million cost spiraled out of control.

"When asked to give us a price for holding a great celebratory military parade, they wanted a number so ridiculously high that I cancelled it. Never let someone hold you up," the president was quoted as writing in a social media post.