Fort McIntosh, Archaeological site in Beaver, Pennsylvania, United States.
Fort McIntosh features original stone footers of walls and fireplaces, alongside granite monuments and bronze plaques marking its historical significance.
Built in 1778 under French engineer Lt. Col. Cambray-Digny, the fort served as the first Continental Army installation north of the Ohio River.
The Treaty of Fort McIntosh, signed at this location in 1785, established agreements with Native American nations for western territorial expansion.
The Beaver Area Heritage Foundation maintains the archaeological site, which contains over 80,000 artifacts discovered during extensive excavations since 1974.
The fort housed the First American Regiment, which continues today as the Presidential Honor Guard, making it significant in United States military history.
Location: Beaver
GPS coordinates: 40.69139,-80.30257
Latest update: March 3, 2025 22:13
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