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Fort Necessity National Battlefield
Things To Know Before You Come

What's at Fort Necessity? 
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A two minute video to help you know what to expect when you visit Fort Necessity National Battlefield.

 
Actor portraying George Washington at Fort Necessity  

Did You Know?
As a young man in the 1750’s, George Washington made four trips over the Allegheny Mountains . He was shot at by the Indians or French during each of these trips. Despite having four holes shot through his coat and two horse shot out from under him, he escaped being hit by any musket balls.
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Last Updated: August 19, 2009 at 10:39 EST