Site Two – Braddock’s Grave
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A short distance west of
Fort Necessity on the north side of U.S. 40 is Braddock’s grave. It was here on July 12, 1755, that
Braddock died of his wounds suffered at the Battle of Monongahela and was buried
beneath his famous road. The site
includes his impressive tomb, a short preserved section of the 1755 road, and
a marker showing where the general was originally buried. Also at the site are signs that discuss
his campaign and the circumstances of his death. |