“Remembering my grandfather, Colonel Sweet's pride with his membership in the Sons of the American Revolution, I am proud to be an American Compatriot.”

—  Carson Grant

Vest, Stephen M., Spring 2008, "Welcome New Members Compatriots", The SAR Magazine, Vol. 102, No.4, p. 46.
Son of the American Revolution RI Chapter 2007 Ceremony.

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