Fort Monroe, Hampton


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Fort Monroe, Hampton, VA, is considered haunted by a variety of spirits, most famously the Lady in White, a tragic figure whose husband shot her after discovering an affair, leaving her to wander the grounds looking for her lover. Other reported phenomena include disembodied voices and footsteps, shadowy figures, orbs in photos, and even the ghostly cat of a former resident. Visitors also claim to experience cold spots, doors opening on their own, and the feeling of being watched, particularly in the fort's tunnels and corridors. The Lady in White: This is the most famous ghost of Fort Monroe, a woman who wanders the grounds, sometimes seen in windows or along Ghost Alley. Jefferson Davis: The former Confederate President, who was imprisoned at the fort, is also believed to be a restless spirit, sometimes seen on the ramparts. Abraham Lincoln: The ghost of Abraham Lincoln is said to appear in Quarters Number 1. A ghostly gray cat has been seen by workers in office spaces, disappearing around corners. An unexplained creature was once seen crossing the moat. Paranormal investigators have captured electronic voice phenomena (EVP), including a child calling for her cat, Greta. They have also documented orbs in photographs. People have reported hearing the sounds of horse hooves, distant cries, and laughter from empty rooms. Visitors often report experiencing unexplained cold spots and the pervasive feeling of being watched.

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