Fort Duquesne, French colonial fort in Pittsburgh, United States
Located at the meeting point of Allegheny and Monongahela rivers, Fort Duquesne controlled access to the Ohio River and its trading routes.
The French military constructed Fort Duquesne in 1754, naming it after Marquis Duquesne, the governor-general of New France at that time.
The fort represented a critical point of conflict between French and British forces during the French and Indian War in North America.
Point State Park now contains a brick outline indicating the original position of Fort Duquesne at the confluence of three rivers.
The fort's strategic location led to multiple military campaigns, including George Washington's first military command and General Braddock's failed expedition.
Location: Pittsburgh
Inception: July 3, 1754
GPS coordinates: 40.44163,-80.01094
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:27
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