One of the most enduring mysteries in U.S. history is the disappearance of the Roanoke Colony, often referred to as the “Lost Colony.” Established in 1587 on Roanoke Island, off the coast of present-day North Carolina, the colony vanished without a trace, leaving behind only a cryptic clue: the word “CROATOAN” carved into a tree. … Continue reading The Disappearance of the Roanoke Colony