We crossed into Virginia on June 6, It was here at Fort Raleigh that England attempted to establish its first colony in , the first English baby was born in America during this time and during the Civil War a Freed Slave colony was established here.
Fort Story is the location of the landing of the colonists who started the first permanent English colony at nearby Jamestown. Off the shores of Fort Story is also the location of a naval battle between the French and English in which the French successfully prevented reinforcements and supplies to arrive for English General Cornwallis during the American Revolutionary War of Independence.
Come along as we explore some of the beginnings of Americaβ¦. We are just getting started on our exploration of Virginia. See you on the road across Americaβ¦. Come along as we explore some of the beginnings of Americaβ¦ State number 29 in our Tiny House. Although difficult to read since this plaque was placed here in , the first English child was a girl born August 20, Fort Raleigh is also the site of where a freed slave colony was established.
Part of the ruins of Fort Raleigh. We make a point to camp at military facilities whenever possible. Pedestrian crossing the street at Fort Story. Our campsite for three nights at Fort Story. One of the Lighthouses here at Fort Story. A second lighthouse at Fort Story. Part of the boardwalk at Cape Henry. The boardwalk is lined with these vines. The beach at Cape Henry, Fort Story. A plaque at Cape Henry explaining the significance of the area. When the colonists who established Jamestown landed here the first thing they did was worship Jesus Christ.
April 26 is my birthday! Like Loading Previous Post nags head in the outer banks of north carolina Next Post colonial williamsburg. Leave a comment Cancel reply. The picture above is of the Pecos River in southwest Texas. My name is Terry C Barber, I am a disabled veteran, retired military and retired pastor.
