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Learn about the 1754 battle that marked the start of the French and Indian War, a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. See the reconstruction of the fort, the cabin and the trenches where George Washington surrendered to the French.
Learn about the 1754 battle that started the French and Indian War and the National Road, America's first federally funded highway. Visit the fort, Mount Washington Tavern, Braddock's Grave and Jumonville Glen sites in this historic park.
Learn about the first battle of the French and Indian War, where George Washington built a fort of necessity and surrendered to the French in 1754. Explore the park's historic sites, including the grave of General Braddock, the National Road, and Mount Washington Tavern.
Learn about the significance of the battle at Fort Necessity in 1754, which was the prelude to the French and Indian War and the first defeat of George Washington. Explore the places, stories and people related to the park and the National Road.
Learn how George Washington built a small circular fort in the Great Meadows to defend his men from the French and Indians in 1754. Explore the history and theory of military engineering in the 18th century and the challenges of constructing fortifications in the North American wilderness.
Find maps to help you plan your visit to Fort Necessity National Battlefield.
Find out how to get to the park by car, plane or bus from different locations in Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia and beyond. The park is located along US Route 40, 11 miles east of Uniontown, PA.
Click on Operating Hours & Seasons to find out when visitor facilities are open. The Fort Necessity park grounds are daily from Sunrise - Sunset, year-round.
Jumonville Glen. Open sunrise to sunset, May 1 - October 31. Braddock's Grave parking area. Open sunrise to sunset, year round - weather permitting.
Become a Fort Necessity National Battlefield Junior Ranger. The program guides children on their explorations of Fort Necessity, helping them learn about the French and Indian War and the National Road in a fun and engaging way.