After reading some books about military history, I got curious. Which branch of the US military is considered the oldest? Any history experts out there who can shed some light on this?
The oldest branch of the US military is the Army. It was officially established by the Continental Congress on June 14, 1775, making it over a year older than our country itself. It was created in response to the need for professional soldiers to fight in the American Revolution. Because it is the oldest, the U.S Army has a rich history and numerous traditions that trace back to its founding era. It's fascinating to see the evolution of this branch throughout the major events in American history.
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