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John Forbes blue plaque

Blue plaque

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This blue commemorative plaque records: The Forbes Marker was kindly donated to Dunfermline Heritage Trust by the 'French and Indian War 250' in Pittsburgh, in recognition of the role that Brigadier General John Forbes played in the naming and founding of the city of Pittsburgh in 1758. This marker is a gift from the citizens of Pennsylvania, and commemorates the 1758 French and Indian War Expedition led by Brigadier General John Forbes which resulted in the British capture and subsequent naming of the city of Pittsburgh. Forbes was a son of Dunfermline who lived in the nearby Pittencrieff House, and he is remembered in America for his valour, ingenuity and personal fortitude.

From the Open Plaques record 74061

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