Bushy Run Battlefield State Park

Bushy Run Battlefield State Park

The Battle of Bushy Run was a major victory for the British during Pontiac's Rebellion and enabled them to secure their control of the Ohio River Valley and what was to become the Northwest Territory.

Bushy Run Battlefield Park is only the historic site or museum that deals exclusively with Pontiac's Rebellion.

The Battle of Bushy Run was fought on August 5 - 6, 1763.

The battle was fought between a British relief column under the command of Colonel Henry Bouquet and a combined force of Delaware, Shawnee, Mingo, and Huron warriors.

Location

Route 993 near Jeannette
Penn Township, Westmoreland County
Pennsylvania, USA

Getting There

It doesn't seem to be possible to reach the Bushy Run Battlefield State Park by public transportation, as it is located in a rural area outside of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The closest town to the park is Harrison City, which is approximately 7 miles away. It would be necessary to arrange for private transportation or drive to the park.

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