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Fort Necessity National Battlefield Park Ranger and students at Mount Washington Tavern
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Fort Necessity National Battlefield
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Over 100 re-enactors participated in the tactical demonstrations of the battle during the 250th anniversary of the battle.

Did You Know?
The action at Fort Necessity was the first major event in the military career of George Washington. It marked the only time he ever surrendered his army to an enemy.

Last Updated: April 30, 2009 at 10:21 MST