The Roanoke Horror true story involves the disappearance of an entire colony. In 1587, these settlers landed at Roanoke. John White, the governor, left for England for supplies. When he came back three years later, the only clue was the word 'CROATOAN' carved on a post. It's possible they moved to Croatoan Island. However, no one knows for sure. Some think they might have been victims of disease or bad weather that wiped them out, but without any solid evidence, it's all just speculation.