The Founding and Mystery of Roanoke Colony
Words: 445 1337The Roanoke Colony, known as the "Lost Colony," kicked off in 1587 as England's maiden voyage into North America. Sir Walter Raleigh, eager to stake England's claim in the New World, bankrolled this bold venture on Roanoke Island, now in North Carolina. It was a high-stakes game, pitting England against Spain and other European big shots in the race for global dominance. From the get-go, Roanoke was plagued with problems. The first try in 1585, led by Sir Richard Grenville […]