Sir Walter Raleigh was instrumental in the establishment of the Roanoke Colony, the first English attempt at permanent settlement in North America. He sponsored the expeditions that led to the colony's founding in 1585, promoting the idea of colonization and providing financial support. Although he never personally visited the colony, his efforts laid the groundwork for English exploration and settlement in the New World, despite the colony ultimately failing and disappearing by 1590. Raleigh's vision and backing were crucial in igniting interest in colonization among his contemporaries.
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Sir Walter Raleigh
He tried to establish the colony of roanoak
Sir Walter Raleigh founded the 'Lost Colony of Roanoke' in 1587.
Sir Walter Raleigh's settlement was known as Roanoke Colony, also referred to as the Lost Colony.
Sir Walter Raleigh and his half-brother, Sir Humphrey Gilbert John White. - he was in charge Sir Walter Raleigh
Walter Raleigh
Sir Walter Raleigh sponsored the Roanoke Colony in the late 16th century, helping to establish one of the first English settlements in North America. Although the colony ultimately disappeared under mysterious circumstances, Raleigh's support paved the way for future English colonization efforts in the Americas.
Walter Raleigh raised money to outfit a colony in North America.
Queen Elizabeth I chose Walter Raleigh to set up a colony in North America in 1584
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Roanoke Island by the brother of Sir Walter Raleigh, Gilbert Raleigh. This colony did not succeed.
Sir Walter Raleigh
Sir Walter Raleigh
Sir Walter Raleigh