AUSA 2018 in pictures: The biggest land warfare showcase in years

AUSA is the largest land warfare show in America. The theme is “Ready today. More lethal tomorrow.” (Allison Barrie)

A host of weapons and combat vehicles from nimble ATVs through to hard-hitting tanks featured heavily at AUSA 2018, as well as new advanced apparel. (Allison Barrie)

Already the largest, AUSA 2018 is notably bigger this year compared to the past several years. President Trump’s position on supporting the military and the increase in defense budget have already made a significant impact. (Allison Barrie)

2018 represents a key shift with palpable reignited industry enthusiasm crackling throughout the humungous floors this year. (Allison Barrie)

The scale of AUSA 2018 is notably even bigger this year compared to the past several years. (Allison Barrie)

Every year the U.S. Army converges on the nation’s capital for AUSA. (Allison Barrie)

AUSA includes the total Army – regular Army, guard, reserve, veterans and family members. Army leadership has the opportunity to explore a giant exhibition of the latest and greatest innovation for land warfare. There is also a series of excellent briefings delivered by leadership throughout the event. (Allison Barrie)

More than 32,000 people attended this year’s event. (Allison Barrie)

Companies, large and small, from around the United States showcase and launch their new products. In addition, companies from more than 100 countries also give the U.S. Army the chance to see their products right in the heart of Washington, D.C. (Allison Barrie)

More than 700 companies bring their best to help support the nation’s defense and Army requirements. (Allison Barrie)

According to AUSA calculations, there are more than 300,000 exhibits for the Army to consider. (Allison Barrie)

The Army has pushed hard on its 6 primary modernization goals and industry demonstrated this week they are committed to creating and delivering what the Army needs to become even more lethal in future combat. (Allison Barrie)

AUSA 2018 took place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. (Allison Barrie)