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History of KFC

  • First KFC

    The original KFC was in South Salt Lake, Utah
  • KFC Bucket

    KFC Bucket
    KFC creates its iconic chicken bucket.
  • KFC Spinning Bucket

    KFC Spinning Bucket
    The KFC Sign was changed to a spinning 3d bucket modeled after the best selling chicken bucket
  • First Chinese KFC

    First Chinese KFC
    The first chinese KFC in China is opened
  • Kentucky Fried Chicken changed to KFC

    Kentucky Fried Chicken changed to KFC
    Due to legal reasons, they change name to KFC
  • KFC Joins Taco Bell and Pizza Hut

    KFC Joins Taco Bell and Pizza Hut
    Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and KFC join together and form Yum! Brands Inc.
  • 115 Countries Strong

    115 Countries Strong
    KFC has a restaurant in 115 different countries worldwide.
  • Coming of a Monopoly

    Coming of a Monopoly
    A 2011 survey showed KFC accounted for 39% of chicken fast-food services worldwide
  • KFC Overseas

    KFC Overseas
    KFC recieves significant income from their 3,701 stores in China
  • Future Building Plans

    Future Building Plans
    As of 2015, it is estimated KFC will have over 30,000 restaurants.