Amman, May 19 (Petra) — The Royal Tank Museum will mark the 80th
anniversary of Jordan’s independence with a full-day national
celebration featuring military displays, aerial performances and
family-oriented activities highlighting the kingdom’s military
heritage and national history.

The museum announced it will open free of charge on May 25 from 10
a.m. until 7 p.m. as part of the Independence Day celebrations.

The program includes interactive educational and entertainment
activities for children and families, including mosaic workshops,
face painting, tank coloring stations, modeling activities, building
games and outdoor family play areas.

Visitors will also have access to interactive photography
experiences, including 360-degree imaging stations and a mobile
robotic system designed to capture and print commemorative photos.

Military performances scheduled for the evening at the museum’s arena
will feature the Jordan Armed Forces – Arab Army military band
alongside displays of tanks and armored vehicles documenting the
development of the armed forces since independence.

The event will also showcase military vehicles introduced during the
reign of King Abdullah II, in addition to participation from the
Jordan Design and Development Bureau highlighting advances in
Jordan’s defense industries.

The celebration will further include performances by the free-fall
parachute team from the King Abdullah II Special Forces Group,
flyovers by the Royal Jordanian Air Force and an aerial performance
by the Royal Falcons aerobatic team.

Traditional folklore performances and cultural activities are also
planned, including dabke performances by the Ajawid troupe, while
Jordanian artist Issa Al-Saqr is scheduled to conclude the
celebrations with a live concert.

Director General of the Royal Tank Museum retired Brig. Nark Sejaja
said the anniversary represents a major national occasion celebrating
Jordan’s achievements under Hashemite leadership.

He added that the museum seeks to provide an experience combining
education, entertainment and national identity while strengthening
awareness of Jordan’s military heritage and the role of the armed
forces throughout the kingdom’s history.

//Petra// RZ