The Opening Battle of a World War
The battle at Fort Necessity in the summer of 1754 was the opening action of the French and Indian War. This war was a clash of British, French and American Indian cultures. It ended with the removal of French power from North America. The stage was set for the American Revolution.
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Emissaries of Peace
The National Park Service will host this Museum of the Cherokee Indians award winning exhibit from April to December of 2012.
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Roster of Virginia Regiment
Thirty-three men, mostly British, died at Fort Necessity. As no remains have ever been found, the battlefield is also treated as a cemetery.
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Scout Programs
A variety of programs are available for scouts. These programs were developed to integrate with scouting programs and badge requirements.
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Did You Know?
George Washington’s ally, Seneca chief Tanacharison-also known as The Half King, complained that Washington “was a good-natured man but had no experience.” When referring to the fort the Half King said Washington “made no Fortifications at all, but that little thing upon the Meadow.”