The Isle of Man is a small island in the Irish Sea, with a rich history dating back to the 8th millennium BC. It has its own parliament and administers its own laws as a self-governing kingdom under the protection of Great Britain. The island is a popular holiday destination with a relaxed pace of […]
The Roanoke settlers attempted to establish an English colony on Roanoke Island twice in 1585 and 1586. The second attempt was successful for a while, but the colonists disappeared, leaving behind the word “CROATOAN” carved into a tree. Theories suggest they moved to nearby Croat Island, Pembroke, or Chesapeake Bay. Croatoan Island is now known […]
The Isle of Youth is a Cuban island in the Canarreos archipelago, with a population of nearly 350 and an area of 100,000 square miles. It relies on timber, agriculture, and fishing for its economy and has black sand beaches. The island is famous for being a prison for political prisoners and social deviants. It […]
