Fort Duquesne and Fort Pitt; Early Names of Pittsburgh Streets

"Fort Duquesne and Fort Pitt; Early Names of Pittsburgh Streets" by the Fort Pitt Society Daughters of the American Revolution, tells the story of the battles for control of the area around what is now Pittsburgh, shining a spotlight on Fort Duquesne and Fort Pitt. It narrates the clashes between the French and British empires battling for North American land, while also exploring how early Pittsburgh streets got their names from important people and happenings of that time. Readers discover how the French built Fort Duquesne to protect their territory, only for the British to later seize it and build Fort Pitt. The book remembers important military actions, like Braddock's defeat and General Forbes' successful mission, that led to the British taking charge. It also shows the complicated connections between different Indigenous tribes and the colonizers, and how these historical connections are apparent in the names of Pittsburgh's streets, honoring those who played a role in molding this vital region.