Battlefield History Center hosting free events for anniversary of Battle of the Monongahela

NORTH BRADDOCK, Pa. — This weekend marks the 268th anniversary of the “Battle of the Monongahela.”

People can visit several free events at the Battlefield History Center in North Braddock.

The battle, also known as “Braddock’s defeat” is considered the most widely recognized battle of the French and Indian War in 1755.

The history center is displaying artifacts from the battle itself.

The museum opens with complimentary admission on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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