Chapter member Carlton Covell was presented with an enrollment in the National Society's Life Membership Program.

Latham, February 15, 2003. The Saratoga Battle Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution honored Compatriot Carlton (Carl) E. Covell of Halfmoon at its Annual Meeting and Washington's Birthday Dinner held at the Century House Restaurant. Compatriot Covell, a former Navy veteran, will turn 90 on February 26th is still very active in the chapter, at the Gerald B. H. Solomon National Cemetery and the Albany VA Hospital. Carl joined the chapter on June 23, 1975, shortly after the chapter was organized. Compatriot Covell was instrumental in reorganizing the chapter in 1977 and served as Chapter President from 1977 to 1980. Carl has also served the chapter as Vice President, Registrar and Chaplain.

Outgoing President Richard C. Saunders Jr., of Glens Falls presented several awards and gifts to fellow members and officers. Members and guests were treated to an interesting presentation by Karl Crannell, Special Events/Friends Program Coordinator of Fort Ticonderoga, about the Battles of Saratoga and their impact on the remainder of the Revolutionary War.

The incoming chapter officers for the 2003-2005 term are Duane Booth, President; Jonathan E. Goebel; Vice President & Secretary and Dennis F. Marr, Registrar. Information about the chapter and the SAR may be found at: