Roanoke's Lost Colony found

“Roanoke’s Lost Colony Found” by historian James Horn, describes the travels of colonist John White and the discovery of Roanoke’s lost colony. Aside from being the author of various articles on early America, James Horn is also the Vice President of Research and Historical Interpretation. This article was published in the Spring of 2010 in American Heritage Magazine and known for it’s clear and distinct writing as Horn creates a journey for the reader. In 1590, pirate Abraham Cocke, John White and many men made their journey to the Outer Banks of North Carolina to resupply over 100 colonists abandoned on Roanoke Island three years earlier. Expecting to see abundant men and woman, John White was shocked when he did not see any sign of life. While examining the desolate grounds, White came across the carved word “CROATOAN” which caused him to conclude that the colonists migrated to an island 50 miles south that is occupied by Indians.After receiving permission from captain Abraham Coke to sail for Croatoan the next morning, a storm caused a complication in their travels and White never had the experience of visiting Croatoan Island or seeing his family again.. Author James Horn had many valid points in displaying the particular opinions of many fascinated analysts. He theorized that when White left to collect more supplies for the colonists, many of them decided to explore North Carolina and leave Roanoke Island. It is said that their destination was originally the Chesapeake which was later established as Jamestown. One of the most accepted theories was said by historian David Beers Quinn over three decades ago. He believes that majority of the colonists moved to the Chesapeake Bay while some stayed behind waiting for White’s return. After becoming impatient, they also packed up their belongings and moved to Croatoan. Although this is a valid theory, many believe there are flaws in his argument. If White was as respected as the article implied, the colonists