-
1532
Born
-
1554
Education
Attended Oxford University -
1563
Service
Served Queen Elizabeth I's court -
1569
Participation
He participated in a force that suppressed a rebellion in Scotland, where he gained accolades for his military skill. -
Period: 1570 to 1580
Helping hand
He planned and offered his services England struggle with Spain. -
1571
Involvement of Sir Lane
He had involved himself in maritime affairs which included a Queen's commission to seize ships. -
His Commission
Sir Lane received a commission to go to Ireland and direct the construction of forts. -
Period: to
Fort Raleigh
This fort was built by Sir Ralph Lane to organize a colony for the Spanish so that they could be harassed & to serve as a base for exploration of the new land. -
Provided
He provided the foreword to Thomas Harriot's Briefe and True Report of the New Found Land of Virginia. -
Going Back
Sir Lane went back in Ireland serving as "Muster master general" and "Clerk of the check of the garrison" and remained in the country the rest of his life. -
Died
