Historical Context
Despite the ongoing Anglo-Spanish War that disturbed the waters surrounding England, Queen Elizabeth I granted charter to Sir Walter Raleigh, giving him permission t0 establish a colony along the coast of the New World.
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Raleigh's Charter (1584)
Queen Elizabeth I of England
Desiring wealth from the New World and defense against the Spanish, Queen Elizabeth I granted Sir Walter Raleigh a charter to colonize the American area in the future Virginia Colony.
Anglo-Spanish War (1585-1604)
Conference between English and Spanish diplomats
Roanoke Colony was negatively affected during the Anglo-Spanish War as Spain took control of the Atlantic Ocean and disturbed the transportation of goods from England.
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