101st Airborne Division to celebrate Army’s 250th birthday with Week of the Eagles

FORT CAMPBELL, KY − The 101st Airborne Division and Fort Campbell are presenting Week of the Eagles June 9-15, with a special celebration marking the United States Army’s 250th birthday with commemorative ceremonies, competitions and tactical demonstrations.

Events are open to the public, according to a news release. Fort Campbell visitor passes are required to enter the installation.

First held in 1974, Week of the Eagles honors the legacy and heritage of the 101st and involves both veterans and current soldiers of the division. Events include:

• Sports tournaments – Softball, Basketball, Ultimate Football, Boxing, Combatives
• Skills competitions – Best Air Assault Team, Unmanned Aerial Systems, Best Culinary Specialist
• Ceremonies – Combat Infantry Badge ceremony, Mass reenlistment, Veteran recognitions

For a full list of events, go to https://home.army.mil/campbell/week-of-the-eagles

The week will conclude June 14, with a tactical Air Assault demonstration, a U.S. Army birthday ceremony, a mass Oath of Enlistment, and a free concert from Andy Ross, sponsored by U.S. Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation.

“This milestone serves as a reminder of the Army’s unwavering dedication to protecting and defending our great nation,” said Col. Martin Meiners, spokesperson for the 101st and Fort Campbell, in the release. “There is no better way to celebrate the Army’s 250th birthday than through our annual celebration known as the Week of the Eagles.”