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Roanoke MissingSchoolchildren across the United States wish they could solve the mystery of 'Croatan'. This mysterous word was found carved into a tree, the only surviving remains of the colony of Roanoke. On August 17, 1590, John White returned from Great Britain to find the colony completely vanished. Many other colonies, however, were more fortunate. They were able to survive and thrive in a often hostile land.08:49 PM # |
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