Army 1775 Shirts

The U.S. Army was formally established on June 14, 1775, by the Second Continental Congress, making it the oldest branch of the U.S. military. Created during the early stages of the American Revolutionary War, the Army was organized to defend the thirteen colonies against British forces.

General George Washington was appointed as the first Commander-in-Chief, leading a fledgling force composed of state militias and volunteers. The formation of the U.S. Army marked a crucial step in uniting the colonies under a common cause and laying the foundation for the United States' future military strength and independence.