11 Reasons Why Kentucky Is The Most Patriotic State In The Country

Kentucky people are not just friendly and good hearted, they are also incredibly patriotic. There are so many signs of patriotism scattered across the Bluegrass State that it should be quite obvious. From our amazing comradely to the pride we take in country, we are bursting with patriotism.

Here are 11 reasons why we are the most patriotic state in the U.S.:

Dawn W. Storm

You cannot go to any store or event in Kentucky without seeing a barrage of people wearing some form of American pride apparel. There are an abundance of t-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, and other assorted apparel all boasting of patriotic pride.

Marion Doss

Kentucky was the birth place of some of the most famous and infamous historical figures representation justice, the arts and the military. This state is home to the famed Judge Roy Bean of Mason Co., Kit Carson, of Madison Co, and Jim Bowie, creator of the Bowie knife from Logan Co.

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Damon Green

Though Thunder Over Louisville is the biggest firework display in the world, and isn’t on Independence Day, we still have some gorgeous celebrations. Every area has their own type of acknowledgement for the holiday, with the bigger cities, like Louisville, having multiple firework shows and festivals at once. Land Between the Lakes is also a popular place to celebrate our day of freedom.

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Branden Debes

No matter what county or town you happen to be driving through, you will see some very "American" bumper stickers. Things like, "proud to be an American, American pride, I love the USA," and more will be attached to a multitude of bumpers everywhere.

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Depending on the area you live in or travel into, 5 out of 10 people can be active or retired military. Veterans come in both sexes, all shapes, sizes and ages, so do not automatically assume a Kentuckian didn’t once wear a uniform. Vietnam veterans are frequent, and there are quite a few from WWII, including my own Dad. Most the ole’ timers were once servicemen, helping to protect our country.

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Ceadda of Foxhill

Any part of the state you travel too, you will find a war re-enactment of some type. Perryville is quite renowned for their battlefield. Another historic site, Locust Grove, on the outskirts of Louisville, has a re-enactment along with a well preserved historical plantation.

Susan Smith

A lot of Kentuckians wear ball caps, and many have some incredible symbols of patriotism. Bald Eagles, waving flags and prideful statements about the country sit atop many a head in our state. Those who wear caps with patriotic symbols make up a big part of our communities, both male and female.

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Kentucky has a lot of vehicles with see through rear window decals. Some sport the American Flag, others have statements, like support our troops, made in the USA, American pride, etc.

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Kevin Schraer

Everyone is familiar with "My Old Kentucky Home", but there are other patriotic songs written in Kentucky. One such is "You Can Never Win Us Back", by Catherine Ann Ware Warfield. There were also many folk songs written over the centuries in rural churches and communities praising this country and our beautiful state.

Jason Meredith

Every small town or suburb you drive or walk through in our beautiful state will have a multitude of American flags hanging around. Some people have poles, others hang them from small posts on their home. There is no shortage of flags anywhere in the state.

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A lot of people assume this is talking about horses, but it can also refer to the people of Kentucky. Our communities bond together and help one another and others, especially in small towns. There is a connectivity amongst Kentuckians, and a pride in who we are and the country we belong too. From the Appalachians to the northern borders and all across our state, we will stand up for what is ours.

Wallethub only ranks Kentucky 38^th in the U.S. for overall patriotism and Independence Day celebrations. Those of us who actually live in the Bluegrass State cannot honestly see how they could come up with such an insulting figure. We are a very loyal and patriotic people, and that should be brought to light. These are just a few reasons why I see our beautiful state as very patriotic. What do you envision as waving symbols of patriotism in Kentucky?