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Nickname: The Centennial State Capital: Denver Population: 5,803,748 VA Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN): VISN 19
American Legion

The American Legion in Colorado

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158
Local Posts
48
Counties Served
46
With Websites
111
With Phone

Top Counties by Legion Posts

Denver County 25 posts
Weld County 12 posts
Jefferson County 10 posts
El Paso County 8 posts
Arapahoe County 6 posts
Montrose County 5 posts
Otero County 5 posts
Pueblo County 5 posts
Douglas County 4 posts
Elbert County 4 posts
VFW

Veterans of Foreign Wars in Colorado

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20
Local Posts
14
Counties Served
0
With Websites
20
With Phone

Top Counties by VFW Posts

Denver County 3 posts
Arapahoe County 2 posts
El Paso County 2 posts
Mesa County 2 posts
Pueblo County 2 posts
Adams County 1 posts
Baca County 1 posts
Chaffee County 1 posts
Fremont County 1 posts

Veteran Population

385,807 Total Veterans
6.7% of Population
339,843 Male Veterans
45,964 Female Veterans

Veterans by Service Era

Era Veterans Percentage
Post-9/11 71,038 18.4%
Gulf War Era 178,571 46.3%
Vietnam Era 117,929 30.6%
Korean Conflict 20,270 5.3%
World War II 5,414 1.3%
Peacetime 4,384,943 20.2%

Source: VA National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics

About Colorado

Known for its stunning mountainous landscapes, Colorado also has a strong military presence. The state offers various veterans' benefits, including tax exemptions, educational grants, and specialized healthcare services.

Veterans Organizations & Patriotic Societies in Colorado

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