HARDIN COUNTY, Ky. — A Kentucky high school represented the commonwealth by performing in the National Independence Day parade in the nation's capital on Tuesday.
The North Hardin High School marching band traveled from Hardin County to Washington D.C. for the massive parade.
Students performed a specially made piece written by William Pitts called "Salute to the Armed Forces." It's a medley of anthems from all the military branches.
The 100-member marching band has been preparing for months. They were selected by Governor Andy Beshear last year to represent Kentucky on a national stage for this Fourth of July.
WATCH THE BAND'S PERFORMANCE HERE:
Beshear chose North Hardin's band because of the students' close ties to the Fort Knox community, with many of their parents currently serving, or are veterans, of the military.
The trip included more than just the performance too, the Hardin County students also got to sightsee and tour the city.
Make it easy to keep up-to-date with more stories like this. Download the WHAS11 News app now. For Apple or Android users.
Have a news tip? Email assign@whas11.com, visit our Facebook page or Twitter feed.
Sign up for the WHAS11 newsletter: "WHAS Up Kentuckiana." Get the latest headlines and videos from around Kentuckiana delivered daily to your inbox.