Agnes of Glasgow facts for kids
Agnes of Glasgow was a Scottish woman who lived a long time ago, from 1760 to 1780. She became a famous part of American folklore, which means she's a character in a popular story or legend passed down through generations.
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The Story of Agnes of Glasgow
Agnes was born in Glasgow, Scotland. When she was young, she fell in love with a British Army officer named Lt. Angus McPherson. During the American Revolution, a big war where America fought for its independence from Britain, Angus went to America. Agnes decided to follow him.
Her Journey to America
Agnes secretly boarded a ship sailing from England to America. She arrived in Charleston, South Carolina. She believed Angus's army unit was stationed near Camden, in Kershaw County, South Carolina. She also heard that he might have been hurt. Agnes bravely traveled through towns and wild areas, hoping to find him or someone who knew where he was.
A Sad Ending
Sadly, Agnes became very sick during her search. She died in 1780 before she could ever find her beloved Angus. According to the legend, she was buried secretly by Wateree American Indian King Hagler. The story says he had become her friend.
The Legend Lives On
Local stories say that Agnes is still searching for her lover. People believe her ghost haunts the Bethesda Presbyterian Church where she was supposedly buried. Her ghost is also said to be seen in the woods around the church even today. This legend is so popular that it has been featured in news stories in South Carolina. Even ghost hunters from all over the country have come to investigate.
What Do Historians Say?
Local historians have looked into the story of Agnes. They confirm that the British Army did arrive and fight the Battle of Camden in 1780. However, Agnes's tombstone says she died on February 12, 1780. The British Army would not have been in Camden at that exact time. Also, King Hagler, who supposedly buried her, actually died in 1763. At that time, Agnes was still a child living in Scotland. So, while the legend is very interesting, some parts of it don't quite match historical facts.
