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FIRST ENGLISH COLONIES

Explored in 1584. Site of first English settlements in new world, 1585-1587. Birthplace of Virginia Dare, first child born of English parents in America.Plaque via North Carolina Highway...

Explored in 1584. Site of first English settlements in new world, 1585-1587. Birthplace of Virginia Dare, first child born of English parents in America.

Plaque via North Carolina Highway Historical Marker Program, and is used with their permission. Full page here (NC Marker ID B1)

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