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Here's everything headed to DC for the Army's 250th birthday parade
As the Army prepares for its 250th birthday parade, the service is hauling in millions of pounds worth of military equipment into Washington, D.C. The parade is designed to tell the history of the service, highlighting uniforms and equipment that date back to the Revolutionary War up until the present day, Col. Chris Vitale, an officer in charge of Army birthday week planning, told reporters in May. Army equipment will be showcased at a staging area in the heart of downtown D.C., while others will be part of the parade as soldiers march down Constitution Avenue, dressed in historical uniforms that are being supplied by a production company. 'What's unique about this parade is that the march units are going to be all designed around that specific conflict area, so you'll see the ground platforms or aviation platforms that will be associated with that time period that will be timed with when that march unit passes through,' Vitale said. Some of the armor and aircraft headed to the nation's capital are the poster children of the U.S. military's World War II campaign, like B-25 bombers or the M4 Sherman tanks, which were the most common ones used by Allied forces. North American B-25 Mitchell bomber planes were used to bomb Japanese airfields in the Pacific and are famous for their use by Gen. Jimmy Doolittle in the Tokyo Raid on April 18, 1942. There will also be a P-51 Mustang, a single-seat fighter aircraft used during World War II and the Korean War, and a Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft, which was used to carry paratroopers jumping into combat. Here's a list of the equipment that the Army is bringing in and using for the parade: Two M4 Sherman tanks One North American B-25 Mitchell bomber Four P-51 Mustangs One Douglas C-47 Skytrain One M4 Tractor One CCKW 2.5-ton truck One 37mm anti-tank Gun Six WWII-era Jeeps Three M151 Jeeps Two M35A2 2½-ton cargo trucks One M274 Mule utility truck 26 M1 Abrams tanks 28 Bradley Fighting Vehicles 27 Stryker vehicles Four M109 Paladins (self-propelled Howitzers) Five Joint Light Tactical Vehicles Seven M777 lightweight Howitzers Nine M119 smaller Howitzers Multiple variants of crew-served mounted weapons on different vehicles 17 Infantry Squad Vehicles One HIMARS battery with six trucks One MH-6 Little Bird helicopter, a small troop-transport helicopter used by the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment One AH-6 Light Attack helicopter, the 160th SOAR's gunship version of a Little Bird One MH-60 helicopter from the 160th One MH-60L DAP (Direct Air Penetrator) helicopter, the 160th's gunship version of the MH-60 17 Black Hawk helicopters 18 Apache helicopters 10 Chinook helicopters Four Bell UH-1 Iroquois or 'Huey' helicopters Two Bell AH-1 Cobra helicopters One Hughes OH-6 Cayuse helicopter One Renault tank (a French-made light tank primarily used during WWI) 34 horses An Australian Blue Heeler dog named Doc Holliday, who is part of the 1st Cavalry Division's Horse Cavalry Detachment Additionally, 64 aircraft will fly over D.C., including modern-day Chinooks, Apaches, Blackhawks, and historic bombers. The Army tanks and heavy vehicles are arriving by train from Fort Cavazos, Texas, and will be driven by truck to the staging area in downtown D.C. The Army estimates it will cost the service between $25 and $45 million. It's unclear how much the whole-of-government cost will be for extras like D.C. city workers and security personnel with the Department of Homeland Security. This amount doesn't include any potential damages that the heavy equipment could cause to DC streets, although Army planners aren't expecting any, Col. Jess Curry, executive officer to the Army Chief of Engineers, told reporters in May. 'If there's any damage, the Army will be responsible for any damage and the cost,' Curry said. 'This staging area and the routes have been selected to really minimize the risk from weight and damage.' The only areas of concern are where tracked vehicles might have to make sharp turns or 'where the surface of the pavement would typically receive an exaggerated level of stress,' Curry said. To address those concerns, engineers are putting down metal plates that are similar to those seen on the streets of New York City, which are less than one inch thick and range from four by eight feet to eight by 20 feet. The Army is sending around 6,200 soldiers to D.C. for the parade. This includes soldiers from six bands, two equestrian units, seven historical formations, vehicle crews, and color guards. Trump will also be giving the oath of enlistment to 250 soldiers who are re-enlisting and other new enlistees. 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Associated Press
17-02-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
mConsent to Showcase AI-Powered Patient Engagement Solutions at the 160th Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting
mConsent to showcase AI-powered patient engagement solutions at the 160th CDS Midwinter Meeting, Feb 20-22, 2025, Booth #2035. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2025 / / -- mConsent, the leading AI-powered patient engagement platform, is thrilled to announce its participation in the 160th Chicago Dental Society (CDS) Midwinter Meeting, taking place February 20-22, 2025, at McCormick Place West in Chicago, IL. Attendees are invited to visit Booth #2035, where the mConsent team—Michael DuBois, Abdullah Khan, and Zach Lopez—will demonstrate how AI-driven automation can revolutionize patient communication, reduce administrative burdens, and optimize revenue for dental practices. Why Visit mConsent at CDS Midwinter? mConsent has helped 5,000+ dental practices enhance efficiency and save over $65K annually by eliminating tedious administrative work. At the Midwinter Meeting, attendees can explore game-changing solutions, including: 🦷 Paperless Patient Intake – Reduce documentation time by 35% with digital forms. 📅 Automated Scheduling & Reminders – Cut cancellations by 30% and keep your chairs full. 💳 Seamless Payment Processing – Collect 25% more with Text-to-Pay and digital payments. 📊 AI-Powered Insurance Concierge – Eliminate manual calls and accelerate verifications. 💬 Two-Way Patient Messaging – Improve engagement with real-time communication. 'Transforming Dental Workflows with AI' 'The future of dentistry is digital, and AI is the key to unlocking efficiency, profitability, and patient satisfaction. At mConsent, we are committed to equipping dental practices with cutting-edge automation tools that eliminate inefficiencies and create a seamless patient experience. The CDS Midwinter Meeting is the perfect opportunity to showcase how AI can drive real results for dental professionals,' said Samad Syed, CEO of mConsent. About the CDS Midwinter Meeting 2025 The Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting is one of the largest and most influential dental conferences in the U.S., bringing together thousands of industry professionals for cutting-edge education, networking, and hands-on experience with the latest dental technologies. About mConsent mConsent is an industry-leading AI-powered patient engagement platform, trusted by over 5 million patients across the U.S. An average practice using mConsent saves $65K+ per year, reduces documentation time by 35%, and boosts patient satisfaction through seamless automation. Zach Lopez SRS Web Solutions Inc +1 877-203-6767 Visit us on social media: Facebook X LinkedIn Instagram YouTube Legal Disclaimer:
