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Sir Walter Raleigh was a notable English explorer, soldier, and writer in the late 16th century, best known for popularizing tobacco in England and for his attempts to establish colonies in the New World, particularly the ill-fated Roanoke Colony. He was a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I, who granted him a royal charter to explore and settle in America. Raleigh's expeditions laid the groundwork for future English colonization, and his writings contributed to the literary culture of the time. His life also reflects the complexities of the Elizabethan era, including themes of ambition, exploration, and the tension between loyalty and rebellion.

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