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Walter Raleigh / H Davie
SIR WALTER RALEIGH English courtier, navigator, historian and poet, lands in Virginia (although he did not)
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1554 1618 Courtier Davie Historian Lands Navigator Raleigh Virginia Walter
EDITORS COMMENTS
Sir Walter Raleigh: The Unrealized Virginia Landing (1554-1618) This evocative image captures the moment when Sir Walter Raleigh, the renowned English courtier, navigator, historian, and poet, is depicted as setting foot on the shores of Virginia for the first time. However, it is essential to clarify that this historical scene is a work of art and not a photographic record of an actual event. Sir Walter Raleigh, born in 1554, was a prominent figure in Elizabethan England. He rose to prominence through his courtly connections and his patronage by Queen Elizabeth I. Raleigh's adventurous spirit led him to explore the New World, and he is credited with sponsoring the Roanoke Colony in Virginia in 1585. Despite his best efforts, the colony was ultimately unsuccessful, and Raleigh was not present at its founding. This print, created in 1618, is a testament to the enduring fascination with the New World and the explorers who sought to discover it. The image shows Raleigh, dressed in the finery of a courtier, stepping off a ship onto the sandy shore of Virginia. Behind him, his crew members are shown unloading supplies from the ship, while in the distance, the lush landscape of the New World beckons. The artist has captured the sense of excitement and anticipation that must have accompanied such a voyage. Raleigh's expression is determined and resolute, reflecting his unwavering belief in the potential of the New World. The print also includes a portrait of Raleigh's associate, H. Davie, who is depicted as assisting Raleigh as he steps onto the shore. Despite the inaccuracies in the depiction of this historical moment, this print remains an important document of the era's fascination with exploration and discovery. It serves as a reminder of the enduring allure of the New World and the adventurous spirits who sought to uncover its secrets.
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