Army Celebrates 246th Birthday Published June 14, 2021 By Senior Airman Shay Stuart 87th Public Affairs Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ -- U.S. Army soldiers gather in front of the Ultimate Weapon Statue to celebrate the Army's 246th birthday at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., June 14, 2021. The monument is an ode to the dedication and sacrifice of the Soldier. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Shay Stuart)