Record 7,600 Troops March, 11 Nations Join Air Display
Source:Holiday Party /
Time:2026-08-29
The 2026 Bastille Day parade set multiple records, both in terms of troop numbers and international participation .
Troop Numbers:
7,600 troops marched this year, compared with 5,810 in 2025 – the highest on record .
Almost 8,500 military personnel participated in the broader event .
International Air Participation:
Aircraft from 11 European nations took part in the flyover, including :
Germany
United Kingdom
Poland
Denmark
Greece
Sweden
Norway
Spain
Italy
Croatia
This represented one of the largest international flight displays in recent years, emphasizing European solidarity .
