Point Pleasant Battlefield

Point Pleasant Battlefield is a historic site in West Virginia where a significant 1774 conflict, known as the Battle of Point Pleasant, took place between Native Americans and American settlers. This battle was part of the larger struggle over land and rights during westward expansion. Today, the site is preserved as a battlefield park with monuments and exhibits that honor the history and how it shaped the region. Visitors can learn about the event's importance in American history, the diverse peoples involved, and how it influenced westward settlement and relations between Native Americans and settlers.