The French and Indian War in Pennsylvania, 1753-1763: Fortification and Struggle

by Bruce Bomberger, Bruce D. Bomberger, Louis M. Waddell

History related to the French and Indian War This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0892710578
• ISBN13: 9780892710577
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Pennsylvania Historical &
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.5" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Excellent history of PA F & I War sites

The French and Indian War began in and then raged throughout most of Pennsylvania. This excellent book, published by the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, concentrates on identifying and describing the physical sites located within the state that had a connection to that conflict. Various forts are discussed, some in great detail, especially if they have seen work by archeologists, and important trans-state trails, especially the Forbes Trail, are analyzed and plotted. The Commission is interested in site preservation (many significant sites have already been lost to strip mining and development), and this publication hopes to foster public interest in that endeavor. It is extremely informative and reports in great detail. Many photos, maps, and charts accompany the text. The tracing of the Forbes Road against modern roads (though I disagree somewhat with their route near Ft. Loudon) is most useful for anyone wanting to drive the old trail (where possible). Virtually every fort mentioned in the historical records is listed here. There is also a superb annotated bibliography. A great book on F & I War sites in PA. Highly recommended.

An Outstanding Completation of Forts in Pennsylvania

This 112 page book includes b/w photos, engavings, drawings, charts,and summaries of forts and camps built by the British, French, Colonies of Pennsylvania & Virginia, and private citizens during the French and Indian War. Especially helpful are the fort and site inventories which give the location, description, dates, and notes at a glance. This is an excellent reference work for scholars, but at the same time a key tool for the student of the period and/or archaeology. Family historians researching their ancestors may also find this work helpful. An index and annotated bibliography are also included.