Raleigh in Virginia
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Raleigh in Virginia
Walter Raleigh establishes the colony of Virginia of which he is made governor by Queen Elizabeth I
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1584 Colony Establishes Governor Raleigh Virginia Walter Elizabeth Made
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A Momentous Voyage: Walter Raleigh's Establishment of the Colony of Virginia, 1584 This evocative image captures the historic moment when Sir Walter Raleigh, a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I, set sail from Plymouth, England, to establish the first English colony in the New World, which would later be named Virginia. The year was 1584, and Raleigh, an accomplished explorer and courtier, had been granted a charter by the queen to establish a settlement in the Americas. In this print, Queen Elizabeth I, dressed in regal attire and seated on her throne, bestows her blessing upon Raleigh and his crew as they prepare to embark on their journey. The queen's presence underscores the significance of this endeavor, which was not only an expansion of English territories but also an opportunity to spread Christianity and assert English influence in the New World. The flag of the colony, bearing the emblem of the Tudor rose, is held aloft, symbolizing the unity and strength of the English monarchy. The ships in the background are laden with supplies and provisions for the colonists, and the crew members, dressed in armor and carrying weapons, are ready for the challenges that lie ahead. This momentous voyage marked the beginning of a new chapter in the history of the English colonization of America and paved the way for the establishment of the Virginia Colony, which would eventually become a thriving English settlement and a cornerstone of the British Empire. This print, from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was being explored and discovered, and the future of the English colonies in America was being shaped by the bold actions of visionary leaders like Sir Walter Raleigh.
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