United States Army

American  

noun

1. the permanent or regular military land force of the United States, under the authority of the Department of Defense since 1947. USA

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Example Sentences

As such, the National Museum of the United States Army, just a few miles from Gen. George Washington’s Mount Vernon estate, has mounted an exhibit, “Call to Arms: The Soldier and the Revolutionary War.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025

"That is why, from here in New York, I ask all soldiers in the United States Army not to point their rifles at humanity," he said.

From BBC • Sep. 27, 2025

But his willingness to die to end slavery led to the first marching song of the United States Army in the Civil War: “John Brown’s Body.”

From Slate • Sep. 24, 2025

Osgood’s knowledge of classical music helped him land a job as announcer for the United States Army Band when he entered the military.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 23, 2024

The War Department, which oversaw the United States Army, realized it had a problem.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield