Wayne noticed that, despite their obstinance, the Kentucky volunteers appeared to be good soldiers.
He was one of the few Kentucky volunteers to survive the notorious River Raisin Massacre during the War of 1812.
As a young age, Shackelford joined a regiment of Kentucky volunteers as a second lieutenant in time for the Mexican War.
Harrison soon returned accompanied by 250 army regulars and 100 Kentucky volunteers.
On September 1, 1862, following his exchange, he was commissioned brigadier general of Kentucky volunteers, and commanded the Kentucky state troops.
He added 300 Kentucky volunteers to his 900-man force during the raid.
As a major of Kentucky volunteers, he played a leading role in the expedition against the British and American Indians who had invaded southeastern Michigan.
It is popularly thought to be written after the Battle of Buena Vista of 1847, where many Kentucky volunteers died.
Meanwhile, in the East Room, the Kentucky volunteers were cooking their dinner in the fireplaces, and singing sad songs.
Willie and Tad intercepted them at the portico; each was riding, piggyback, a Kentucky volunteer.