Why do people think that Trump is the only one in USA history to do a military parade?

Per GROK AI - but I am sure it is incorrect and wrong because it’s Elon Musk’s AI platform

Has other USA president had a military parade?

Yes, several U.S. presidents have been associated with military parades, typically tied to national events or victories rather than personal celebrations. Here are key examples:

- **Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, Martin Van Buren, and James Polk** reviewed military parades on the Fourth of July during their presidencies, a common practice in the early republic that ended with Polk (1845–1849).[](LINK )

- **Andrew Johnson** oversaw the Grand Review of the Armies on May 23–24, 1865, in Washington, D.C., where about 145,000 Union troops marched to celebrate the end of the Civil War.[](LINK /)

- **Franklin Roosevelt** was linked to a massive parade in New York on June 13, 1942, during World War II, featuring a huge bust of him, though he did not attend. Nearly 2 million spectators watched to show solidarity with U.S. troops.[](LINK /)

- **Dwight D. Eisenhower** had military parades at his 1953 and 1957 inaugurations, showcasing advanced military technology like an atomic cannon and ballistic missiles, reflecting his war hero status and Cold War tensions.[](LINK )

- **John F. Kennedy** included military displays in his 1961 inauguration parade, with missiles, tanks, and Navy boats towed down Pennsylvania Avenue, emphasizing U.S. strength during the Cold War.[](LINK )

- **George H.W. Bush** presided over a victory parade on June 8, 1991, in Washington, D.C., celebrating the end of the Persian Gulf War. Over 8,000 troops marched, with 200,000 spectators, and a similar event occurred in New York.[](LINK )

Military parades in the U.S. have historically been tied to wartime victories (e.g., Civil War, World War II, Gulf War) or inaugural celebrations, often to honor troops or project national strength. Parades for personal milestones, like a president’s birthday, are unprecedented based on available records.[](LINK )

Some posts on X claim other presidents, like Ronald Reagan, had military parades, but no specific evidence supports this for Reagan outside of standard ceremonial events like inaugurations or Veterans Day. Always approach such claims cautiously, as they may lack verification.[](LINK )