Daily Facts about U.S. Army

1972

The Vietnam War: The last U.S. Army combat ground unit departs Vietnam, marking the end of major American military involvement.

1958

Rock 'n' roll legend Elvis Presley is inducted into the U.S. Army, temporarily suspending his music career.

1957

Elvis Presley receives his draft notice, marking the beginning of his military service in the United States Army.

1944

U.S. Army General Dwight D. Eisenhower establishes his headquarters in Versailles, France, during World War II.

1890

The Wounded Knee Massacre takes place in South Dakota, resulting in a tragic and pivotal chapter in Native American history.