A Look at Roanoke and the Lost Colony
Raleigh’s First Expedition:
In 1584, Walter Raleigh received a patent from Queen Elizabeth to establish a colony in the New World. He wanted to settle “at the edge of Spanish territory.” Queen Elizabeth refused at first, but changed her mind after the Spanish attacked English ships.
In July 1584, Philip Amadas and Arthur Barlowe landed on the Outer Banks of what is now North Carolina. They eventually made their way to Roanoke Island. The expedition was a smashing success. With the exception of one encounter that may or may not have happened, it was everything one would hope first contact would be and wished that it would have been throughout the ages. During their time there, they were hosted by members of the Secotan Confederation.
In July 1584, Philip Amadas and Arthur Barlowe landed on the Outer Banks of what is now North Carolina. They eventually made their way to Roanoke Island. The expedition was a smashing success. With the exception of one encounter that may or may not have happened, it was everything one would hope first contact would be and wished that it would have been throughout the ages. During their time there, they were hosted by members of the Secotan Confederation.
For a short summary and chronology of the expedition, go to the National Park Service’s page on Amadas and Barlowe.