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Commission from Washington High School

When: 1890
Where: Washington, D.C.
Part of: John Philip Sousa writes 'High School Cadets' march

Washington High School's drill team requested a march from Sousa, who composed 'High School Cadets' in their honor in 1890.

In 1890, the drill team of Washington High School, a rival to the National Fencibles, asked Sousa to compose a march. Sousa, a native of the District, obliged, creating 'High School Cadets,' which honored the cadet drill team.

Sources

The High School Cadets Wikipedia, revision of 2025-11-05

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