The Roanoke Colony, also known as the Lost Colony, was established on Roanoke Island, in what is today's Dare County, North Carolina, United States.
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John Law's attempt to populate the colony of Louisiana.
Northern Rhodesia became the Republic of Zambia.It was previously a British colony known as Northern Rhodesia.
Providence became part of the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. Founded by dissenters from the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1636, Providence was established by Roger Williams as a haven for religious freedom. In 1644, it was incorporated into the larger colony, which later became known simply as Rhode Island.
The New Hampshire colony was located on the Atlantic coast of North America. It was one of the original thirteen colonies, existing from 1638 until 1776. The New Hampshire colony joined the other twelve colonies in the rebellion against Great Britain and became known as the US state of New Hampshire.
The settlement of Roanoke Island became known as the "Lost Colony" because when the governor, John White, returned after leaving for supplies, he found the colony abandoned with no trace of the settlers. This mystery remains unsolved to this day.
The largest city in Roger Williams' colony, known as the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations, was Providence. Founded in 1636 by Williams, it became a center for religious freedom and tolerance, attracting many settlers. Providence grew significantly due to its advantageous location for trade and its thriving economy, eventually becoming the capital of Rhode Island.
The Roanoke Island colony was led by John White, who was appointed by Sir Walter Raleigh. John White served as the governor of the colony, which later became known as the Lost Colony due to its mysterious disappearance.
The largest city in the Georgia colony was Savannah. Founded in 1733 by James Oglethorpe, it served as the colonial capital and became a major port city. Savannah is known for its historic architecture, vibrant culture, and as a center for trade and commerce in the region. Its strategic location along the Savannah River contributed to its growth and significance in colonial America.
The first penal colony in New South Wales was Sydney Cove, at Port Jackson. After a short time, it became known simply as Sydney.
The Communist's opponents were known as White Russians or Whites and their military was referred to as the White Army. This was to distinguish them from the Red that the Communists had chosen as their symbolic color.
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