Wharton Township near Farmington in Fayette County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Fort Necessity National Battlefield
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Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 12, 2020
1. Fort Necessity National Battlefield Marker
George Washington's only surrender took place here on July 3, 1754. After an eight to nine hour battle on a rainy day, he capitulated to a sizable force of French soldiers and their Indian allies, led by Jumonville's older brother de Villiers. This was the first battle of the French and Indian War between Britain and France.
Mount Washington Tavern
This stagecoach stop was built around 1838 and is now a museum pertaining to the National Road.
Entry to the tavern requires a receipt for your park entrance fee.
Braddock's Grave
Explore a small portion of the road that in 1755 became the final resting place of Major General Edward Braddock of the Coldstream Guards. See the original grave site and the monument which honors his service and covers his remains.
This park site is self-guided.
Jumonville Glen
The skirmish that occurred at Jumonville Glen eventually led five continents into war and initiated a young Virginian, George Washington, to battle.
Located by driving approximately 4 miles west to the summit of the mountain then turning right onto Jumonville Road, Jumonville Glen is 2.5 miles off Route 40.
Erected by National Park Service, U.S. Department of the Interior
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Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Colonial Era • Industry & Commerce • Roads & Vehicles • War, French and Indian. In addition, it is included in the Braddock’s Road and Maj. Gen. Edward Braddock, the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington, and the The Historic National Road series lists. A significant historical date for this entry is July 3, 1754.
Location. 39° 48.845′ N, 79° 35.156′ W. Marker is near Farmington, Pennsylvania, in Fayette County. It is in Wharton Township. Marker is on Washington Parkway, 0.2 miles south of National Pike (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3437 Washington Pkwy, Farmington PA 15437, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Do you measure up in Washington's Army? / Are you dressed for the campaign? (within shouting distance of this marker); The Great Meadows Campaign (within shouting distance of this marker); Civilian Conservation Corps at Fort Necessity (within shouting distance of this marker); Building Fort Necessity (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); British Defenses (approx. 0.2 miles away); Surrender Negotiations
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 12, 2020
2. Fort Necessity National Battlefield Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 12, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 226 times since then and 10 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 12, 2020, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
