No, it is not quite July 4 or the end of a war, but this weekend, a major military parade is set to happen in Washington. However, like many things in Washington these days, there is controversy.

HONORING THE ARMY

Officially, the Saturday parade will honor the U.S. Army and celebrate the military branch's 250th anniversary.

Over 6,000 soldiers, 150 army vehicles, including tanks, as well as 50 military aircraft, are expected.

The parade will be the first time since the early 1990s that a military style parade like this will take place in Washington. President George H.W. Bush hosted one at the conclusion of the Gulf War.

On the National Mall, some tourists told Scripps News they are excited, while others are skeptical.

"I think it's fantastic, it is good to see what our military is c

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