In a surprising twist during the National Mall’s 4th of July celebration, former President Donald Trump made a baffling claim that has left the internet buzzing. Traditionally a nonpartisan event, this year it was transformed into a ticketed rally for his supporters, diverting $2.5 million from the already strained National Parks service to fund the spectacle.
As Trump became the first president to address the National Mall on Independence Day since 1951, he delivered a speech that quickly became infamous. Among his remarks, he thanked the Continental Army for “taking over the airports” during the Revolutionary War. Yes, you read that correctly.
In his speech, Trump recounted, “In June of 1775, the Continental Congress created a unified army out of the revolutionary forces encamped around Boston and New York and named after the great George Washington, commander in chief. The Continental Army suffered a bitter winter of Valley Forge, found glory across the waters of the Delaware and seized victory from Cornwallis of Yorktown. Our army manned the [unclear], it [unclear] the ramparts, it took over the airports, it did everything it had to do. And at Fort McHenry, under ‘the rockets red glare,’ it had nothing but victory.”
It’s important to clarify that the Wright Brothers achieved the first powered flight in 1903, well over a century after the Revolutionary War, and commercial airports didn’t exist until 1928.
Twitter erupted with humor at Trump’s expense, with many users sharing fictional letters from soldiers lamenting their experiences at nonexistent airports. Others posted artwork depicting the war, along with genuine historical facts that highlighted the absurdity of his comments. Some tweets even offered a comical take on the situation, hinting at a possible explanation for such frequent gaffes.
Amidst the laughter, we shouldn’t overlook the financial implications of this event. The National Mall was surrounded by chain-link fences, restricting access to ticket holders, while a fence was even erected through the reflecting pool to separate VIP attendees from the general public. While it’s amusing to poke fun at the former president’s slip-up, it’s crucial to remember the misuse of taxpayer dollars.
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In summary, Trump’s recent speech at the National Mall not only made headlines for its historical inaccuracies but also sparked a wave of humor across social media. While the event itself drew criticism for its costs and exclusivity, the laughter it generated served as a brief respite from the chaos.