Governor Andy Beshear signed a proclamation Thursday morning designating April as the Month of the Military Child, a month-long celebration devoted to acknowledging and honoring the unique sacrifices and experiences of military children.
Kentucky’s First Lady, Britainy Beshear, said they were honored to acknowledge the military children whose parents serve at Ft. Campbell, Fr. Knox, and in the Kentucky National Guard.
click to download audioDuring the Team Kentucky Update on Thursday, several military children were present to share their stories, including three from Ft. Knox, four whose parents serve in the Kentucky National Guard, and four from Ft. Campbell.
Carlee Collins shared that, for her, being a military child means always staying strong and looking forward to the positive things
click to download audioShe added that having a father in the military means living with both pride and sacrifice.
click to download audioFollowing their remarks, the First Lady announced the military children were Thursday’s Team Kentucky All-Stars.
