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Schofield Barracks, Hawaii – U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii Commander, Col. Rachel Sullivan, is interviewed by KHON2 News reporter Chris Latronic June 9, 2025, on Weyand Field. Sullivan discussed the significance of Army Heritage Week and the upcoming 250th birthday of the U.S. Army, highlighting the dedication and service of Soldiers past and present. U.S. Army photo by Eric Tagayuna
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Schofield Barracks, Hawaii – Col. Rachel Sullivan, U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii commander, and members of her command team stand at attention during reveille June 9, 2025, on Weyand Field. The ceremony marked the official kickoff of Army Heritage Week, a week-long celebration leading up to the Army’s 250th Birthday on June 14th. U.S. Army photo by Eric Tagayuna
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Schofield Barracks, Hawaii – U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii Soldiers finishing the Army Hawaii Run June 9, 2025, at Schofield Barracks. The run brought together more than 5,000 Soldiers from across Oahu in the spirit of camaraderie and physical fitness, staple items for Army Soldiers. U.S. Army photo by Eric Tagayuna
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A formation of Soldiers representing various Army units stationed in Hawaii participate in the Army Hawaii Run June 9, 2025, at Schofield Barracks. The 3-mile run ventured across the post giving on-base residents a up close and personal feel to the massive formations running. The event fostered unit cohesion and celebrated the Army’s diverse capabilities. U.S. Army photo by Eric Tagayuna
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Schofield Barracks, Hawaii – The youngest and oldest Soldiers from the 25th Infantry Division cuts the ceremonial cake celebrating the upcoming 250th birthday of the U.S. Army June 9, 2025, at Schofield Barracks. The cake cutting ceremony symbolized the Army’s enduring strength and future success. U.S. Army photo by Eric Tagayuna
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Schofield Barracks, Hawaii – Maj. Gen. Marcus Evans, Commanding General, 25th Infantry Division, delivers remarks June 9, 2025, during the Army Heritage Week kickoff event at Weyand Field. Evans spoke about the Army’s legacy of service and the importance of honoring those who have served. Prior to executing the cutting of the cake, Maj. Gen. Evans brought the entire formation to attention to suing the Army Song. U.S. Army photo by Eric Tagayuna
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Schofield Barracks, Hawaii – Command Sgt. Maj. Shaun Curry, 25th Infantry Division senior enlisted advisor, provides closing remarks to the formation June 9, 2025, at Schofield Barracks. Curry emphasized the vital role of the noncommissioned officer corps in maintaining the Army’s standards and traditions, including staying fit and always improving. U.S. Army photo by Eric Tagayuna
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Schofield Barracks, Hawaii – The American flag is raised during reveille June 9, 2025, at Weyand Field, signaling the start of Army Heritage Week. The flag raising, also known to troops as reveille, symbolizes not only the start of the day with physical training, but also the enduring values and commitment to freedom that the U.S. Army represents. U.S. Army photo by Eric Tagayuna
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SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii — More than 6,000 Soldiers from across U.S. Army installations in Hawaii joined together at Weyand Field for a motivational run June 9, launching the Army’s 250th Birthday celebration and Army Heritage Week in the Pacific.
The 3-mile Army Hawaii Run brought together formations from the 25th Infantry Division, U.S. Army Pacific, and tenant units stationed throughout Oahu. The event honored the Army’s rich legacy of service and symbolized unity among today’s force.
Before the run, Soldiers stood at attention for reveille, the ceremonial raising of the American flag, followed by cannon fire. The moment marked the official start of Army Heritage Week, a tribute to the service and sacrifice of generations of American Soldiers.
“Today, we run as one Army—united across time zones and terrain—in honor of 250 years of service and sacrifice,” said Maj. Gen. Marcus Evans, commanding general of the 25th Infantry Division, who addressed the crowd before leading the formation across Schofield Barracks.
In a historic first, the run was simulcast with U.S. Army units serving in the Philippines, bridging Soldiers across the Indo-Pacific region in a shared show of esprit de corps and Army pride.
Following the run, Evans and the 25th Infantry Division command team led the Army Song and participated in a traditional cake-cutting ceremony with the division’s youngest and oldest Soldiers, symbolizing the Army’s enduring strength and bright future.
“For 250 years, the Army has defended our nation’s values with lethal precision,” said Col. Rachel Sullivan, commander, U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii. “This run reflects our readiness, our unity, and the patriotism that drives us forward.”
U.S. Army Garrison Hawaii’s senior enlisted advisor, Command Sgt. Maj. Joshua Yost, echoed the sentiment. “Seeing 6,000 Soldiers run as one embodies the lethality and dedication that define our Army,” Yost said. “We honor our history by maintaining our standards and remaining prepared to defend freedom.”
The week-long celebration will continue with a public Community Day event at Fort DeRussy in Waikiki on June 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring military working dog demonstrations, family-friendly exhibits, static displays, and Army recruiting resources.
The Army’s 250th Birthday culminates on June 14, honoring the official establishment of the U.S. Army in 1775. The theme, “This We’ll Defend,” reaffirms the Army’s ongoing commitment to protect the nation and uphold the Constitution.
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