[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 36 (Wednesday, March 1, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E260]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





            HONORING THE 200TH ANNIVERSARY OF FORT COVINGTON

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                         HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 1, 2017

  Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and recognize the 
200th Anniversary of Fort Covington, New York.
  Situated directly on the Canadian border, the town of Fort Covington 
serves as a proud reminder of the North Country's deep history and 
strong character. Before Fort Covington was formally signed into 
existence on February 28, 1817, men from the area had already fought 
for liberty in the American Revolution. It was not until the War of 
1812 that the town gained its namesake by witnessing the death of 
General Leonard Covington, who had been fatally wounded in a nearby 
battle. The role that Fort Covington played in the Underground Railroad 
is also worthy of note, with the town harboring slaves along the last 
leg of their journey to freedom.
  These stories have been brought forward by the newly-created Fort 
Covington Historical Society, which has made an effort to gather, 
store, and display the town's proud history. By encouraging historical 
exploration, the Fort Covington Historical Society has helped foster a 
community-wide celebration of the town's past, while also ensuring a 
bright and informed future.
  Congratulations to Fort Covington as it celebrates its 200th 
Anniversary. I would like to wish its residents all the best as they 
celebrate this momentous occasion.

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