Then about thirty-three years old

Then about thirty-three years old

Then about thirty-three years old

In 1811, Roan, then about thirty-three years old, attended the third annual meeting held at Carlisle, but was singularly unfortunate. He was thrown in the first round, by John Watson, who the next time over laid down to Tom Nicholson.

At the Windermere Regatta, held at the Ferry hotel, in July, 1812, he won his ninety-ninth and last belt. Previously he had won several belts at the same place. No part of this final trophy is left, but the inscription platein the possession of Mr. Backhouse, farmer, near Low Woodwhich runs: "To the Hero of the Regatta, on Windermere, 1812."