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In April 1755, Frederick Town was a planning center for a major campaign in the French and Indian War (1754-1763). General Edward Braddock arrived from England and later 1400 British troops joined him to stop the French from taking land claimed by Britain. While in Frederick for twelve days. General Braddock met with several people including Maryland Proprietary Governor Horatio Sharpe, Benjamin Franklin, and Colonel George Washington. Washington joined with Braddock's command. In May 1755, the campaign pushed west through present day Old Braddock Road (US 40 Alt.), toward Fort Duquesne in attempt to oust the French and their Indian allies.
The Frederick Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution originally placed this monument on July 10, 1924 three quarters of a mile to the east. Changes made to the highway over the years left the original site inaccessible. The Chapter relocated the monument here on August 25, 2009. This portion of General Braddock's route is part of "The National Old Trail Road". |