Kentucky
120
Local Posts
66
Counties Served
0
With Websites
102
With Phone
Top Counties by Legion Posts
Jefferson County
12 posts
Washington County
5 posts
Kenton County
4 posts
Nelson County
4 posts
Fayette County
3 posts
Greenup County
3 posts
Harlan County
3 posts
Marshall County
3 posts
Metcalfe County
3 posts
Webster County
3 posts
23
Local Posts
21
Counties Served
6
With Websites
23
With Phone
Top Counties by VFW Posts
Hopkins County
2 posts
Jefferson County
2 posts
Bullitt County
1 posts
Greenup County
1 posts
Harlan County
1 posts
Lawrence County
1 posts
Letcher County
1 posts
Logan County
1 posts
Meade County
1 posts
Monroe County
1 posts
Veteran Population
282,767
Total Veterans
6.3%
of Population
257,019
Male Veterans
25,748
Female Veterans
Veterans by Service Era
| Era | Veterans | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Post-9/11 | 43,269 | 15.3% |
| Gulf War Era | 112,618 | 39.8% |
| Vietnam Era | 93,563 | 33.1% |
| Korean Conflict | 13,824 | 4.9% |
| World War II | 5,035 | 1.6% |
| Peacetime | 4,384,943 | 23.1% |
Source: VA National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics
About Kentucky
Famous for its horse racing and bourbon, Kentucky also provides a supportive environment for veterans, offering tax exemptions, employment assistance, and healthcare services.
Veterans Organizations & Patriotic Societies in Kentucky
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American Revolution
2 organizations
Spanish–American War
1 organization
World War I
2 organizations
- Disabled American Veterans (DAV)
- Kentucky American Legion (legion)
World War II
1 organization
- 101st Airborne Division Association (SCREAMINGEAGLE)
📅 Upcoming Events in Kentucky
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