A Chronological Index of Kentucky Derby Winners, Part 4: 1930-1949

Citation, Count Fleet, Whirlaway, War Admiral, Gallant Fox… this era was ruled by some of the greatest horses in racing sport history.

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1949: Ponder

1948: Citation

1947: Jet Pilot

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1946: Assault

1945: Hoop Jr.

1944: Pensive

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1943: Count Fleet

1942: Shut Out

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1941: Whirlaway

1940: Gallahadion

1939: Johnstown

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1938: Lawrin

1937: War Admiral

1936: Bold Venture

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1935: Omaha

1934: Cavalcade

1933: Brokers Tip

1932: Burgoo King

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1931: Twenty Grand

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1930: Gallant Fox

Go Racing.