Sir Richard Grenville

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Illustration of two colonial men examining a tree with the word "CROATOAN" carved into it, with an inset showing a close-up of the carving.

Sir Richard Grenville: Media

English naval commander

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Illustration of two colonial men examining a tree with the word "CROATOAN" carved into it, with an inset showing a close-up of the carving.

What Happened to the Lost Colony of Roanoke?

It's the oldest mystery in colonial America.

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HMS Revenge

HMS Revenge

The British ship HMS Revenge under Richard Grenville confronts the Spanish Armada...

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