JACKSON, Mich. (WILX) - The nation’s largest Veterans Day parade will take place in New York City, and Mid-Michigan will be represented.

The 102nd U.S. Colored Troops, Company C , based in Jackson, will march in this year’s parade on Veterans Day.

The group, a student living history organization, shares the stories of the original 102nd through reenactments and educational programs.

Company C is the largest student living history organization in the country, with 40 members, all high school or college students.

The participants say they are excited to showcase their work on a national stage.

“I think to us, it really showed that what we’re doing matters. And the work that we’re doing in Michigan is now getting shown nationally, which is really unique. So it was quite the thrill,” sai

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