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Fort Ashby Restoration – Fort Ashby WV

Fort Ashby

Fort Ashby

Photo: Brent McKee Public Domain 2013

Fort Ashby

Fort Ashby

Project type: Archaeology and History, Historical Restoration, Military and Public Safety
Agency: Works Progress Administration (WPA)
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Description

From a state historical marker at the site:
“Fort Ashby, one in the chain of Indian forts built by George Washington, 1755.  Sharp fighting here, 1756.  In 1794, troops under Gen. Danial Morgan camped here on their way to suppress Whiskey Rebellion.  Fort restored by W.P.A., 1939.”

Source notes

(1) State historical marker at site. (2) Metal information plaque on building.

Project originally submitted by Brent McKee on July 9, 2013.

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Location Info

Dan's Run Road
Fort Ashby, WV 26719

Location notes: Near intersection with Cemetery Road.

Coordinates: 39.505281, -78.765475

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