Prior to 1932, only about 1,000 had received commissions as Kentucky colonels.

He then played for one season (1974-75) with the Kentucky Colonels.

In writing, usage is Kentucky colonel when the term is not being used as a specific title for an individual.

He is best known as a member of the Kentucky Colonels (1961-c.1974).

At the same banquet Moore was made a Kentucky colonel.

They lost in the first round of the playoffs to the Kentucky Colonels 108-105.

The name is derived from the historic Kentucky colonels.

The next year he played for the Kentucky Colonels, averaging 2.3 points and 2.0 rebounds in three games.

Both were made Kentucky colonels, an honorary title bestowed by the governor of the state.

The Kentucky Colonels were a popular bluegrass band in the 1960s.