Clinton in Laurens County, South Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)
"Patriot in Petticoats"
Mary Musgrove Monument
Photographed by Brian Scott, November 22, 2008
1. "Patriot in Petticoats" Marker
This monument, erected in the early 20th century, stands as a reminder of the legendary Mary Musgrove. She is remembered as a character in the 19th century novel Horseshoe Robinson who took great personal risks spying for the Patriots.
While we do know that an actual Mary Musgrove (1755-1795) lived on this site, we do not know what specific role she played in the American Revolution. Her legend does, however, stand as a tribute to the countless women who served as spies, messengers and even combatants during America's fight for independence.
Erected by South Carolina Park Service.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Colonial Era • Patriots & Patriotism • War, US Revolutionary.
Location. 34° 35.6′ N, 81° 51.067′ W. Marker is in Clinton, South Carolina, in Laurens County. It is on Musgrove Mill Road (State Park Road), on the left when traveling north. Marker is located about 1/2 way down the walking trail which starts in the south end of the parking lot. It stands in front of the stone monument referenced in the marker, on the edge of the clearing and the woods. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Clinton SC 29325, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Upstate. It is also in the American South and specifically in the Deep South. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture, one of the original Thirteen Colonies, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 10 other markers are
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Also see . . .
1. Horse-Shoe Robinson: A Tale of the Tory Ascendency by John Pendleton Kennedy (1852). John Pendleton Kennedy's second and most successful novel, Horse-Shoe Robinson: A Tale of the Tory Ascendancy (1835), is an historical romance set during the American Revolution. (Submitted on November 25, 2008, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)
2. Revolutionary War scout hid in falls that bear his name. Horseshoe Falls is a place of beauty overflowing with romance and history of the American Revolution. (Submitted on August 16, 2012, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.)
3. Battle of Musgrove Mill. The Battle of Musgrove Mill, which took place on August 18, 1780, was one of the early turning points in the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution, and stands as an excellent example of the guerilla conflict and civil
Photographed by Brian Scott, November 22, 2008
2. "Patriot in Petticoats" Marker (Far Right)
with Mary Musgrave Monument (Center)
with Mary Musgrave Monument (Center)
Photographed by Brian Scott, November 22, 2008
3. Mary Musgrove Monument
Photographed by Brian Scott, November 22, 2008
4. Mary Musgrove Monument with Visitor Center in Background
Photographed by Brian Scott, November 22, 2008
5. Portion of Interpretative Trail Leading to the "Patriot in Petticoats" Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on November 24, 2020. It was originally submitted on November 25, 2008, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. This page has been viewed 2,501 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on November 25, 2008, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. 2. submitted on December 11, 2010, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina. 3, 4, 5. submitted on November 25, 2008, by Brian Scott of Anderson, South Carolina.
