Virginia Dare was the first English child born in a New World English colony, on 18th August 1587 in Roanoke Colony (nowadays, North Carolina). This stamps was issued in 1937, the 350th anniversary of Virginia Dare's birth
Virginia Dare has become a prominent figure in American myth and folklore in the more than four hundred years since her birth, representing different things to different people (Read more here).
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An intriguing mystery and such sorrow to the Grandfather on his return.
ReplyDeleteI thought the same.
DeleteHow an entire colony could disappear with no trace is an interesting mystery. Equally interesting is how her name has lived on for these centuries. I'm glad they included the parents in the stamp.
ReplyDeleteIt is quite weird to know her name.
DeleteQuite the fascinating story!
ReplyDeleteI think so. And thanks again for sending this stamp!
DeleteI agree with Bryon - a fascinating person, who until today I had never heard of.
ReplyDeleteI thought all the Americans knew this story!
DeleteInteresting stamp.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
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