Let’s Learn About Kentucky

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Let’s learn about Kentucky

The Kentucky Derby has been held on the first Saturdayof May since 1875.

Let’s learn about Kentucky

Auto manufacturing is a top industry in Kentucky,providing more than 65,000 jobs.

Let’s learn about Kentucky

Kentucky’s state mineral is coal.

Let’s learn about Kentucky

The University of Kentucky is the winningest NCAA Division I basketball program.

Let’s learn about Kentucky

The “Happy Birthday” song was written by Louisville sisters Patty and Mildred Hill in the 1890s.

Let’s learn about Kentucky

Mammoth Cave is the world’s longest known cavesystem, with more than 400 miles explored.

Let’s learn about Kentucky

Fort Knox is a United States Army post in Kentucky where $130 billion worth of gold is stored.

Let’s learn about Kentucky

The state bird of Kentucky is the cardinal.

Let’s learn about Kentucky

Abraham Lincoln was born in Hodgenville, Kentuckyon February 12, 1809.

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