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for Tributaries Vol. Issue 15, October 2008
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Abstract:
The Citte of Raleigh became the first colony in America founded by the English in 1585. John White returned to the colony to find its settlers had vanished. Though mystery surrounds the lost settlers, modern historians and archaeologists are seeking physical remains of the colony. The author used a comparative cartographic approach to demonstrate site formation processes along the island and propose the Citte of Raleigh remains are now submerged.
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New details about Captain Michael Quinn are revealed by combining archaeological and historical. He was a captain in the North Carolina Continental Line, a Revolutionary War group of troops. Later during his army career he turned from the Continental army to become a loyalist. After turning his loyalty, Quinn and his ship were captured outside of Edenton and killed during an attempted escape.
Abstract:
Public health policy was managed at a local level throughout much of the state's history. Wilmington serves as a case study because of public health policy development for several reasons. The city's need for a health program for its citizens was compounded because of its continually growing population throughout much of history and its role as a bustling port. A history of public health concerns and local officials reactions are reviewed in this article.