The settlers of Roanoke, often referred to as the "Lost Colony," were primarily English colonists who arrived in 1587 under the leadership of John White. The Jamestown settlers, established in 1607, were also English and were part of the Virginia Company, seeking economic opportunities and new land. Both groups faced significant challenges, including conflicts with Indigenous peoples and struggles for survival.
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