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Nickname: Mount Rushmore State Capital: Pierre Population: 906,458
American Legion

The American Legion in South Dakota

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237
Local Posts
59
Counties Served
0
With Websites
0
With Phone

Top Counties by Legion Posts

Minnehaha County 14 posts
Spink County 12 posts
Turner County 11 posts
Hamlin County 10 posts
Moody County 10 posts
Roberts County 9 posts
Yankton County 7 posts
Day County 6 posts
VFW

Veterans of Foreign Wars in South Dakota

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3
Local Posts
3
Counties Served
3
With Websites
3
With Phone

Top Counties by VFW Posts

Veteran Population

65,429 Total Veterans
7.4% of Population
58,135 Male Veterans
7,294 Female Veterans

Veterans by Service Era

Era Veterans Percentage
Post-9/11 10,946 16.7%
Gulf War Era 27,336 41.8%
Vietnam Era 22,104 33.8%
Korean Conflict 3,869 5.9%
World War II 941 1.3%
Peacetime 4,384,943 20.4%

Source: VA National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics

About South Dakota

Known for its natural landmarks and strong community values, South Dakota offers various benefits for veterans, including tax exemptions, educational opportunities, and healthcare services.

Veterans Organizations & Patriotic Societies in South Dakota

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