## we made ##
The word "we" throughout these verses refers to Paul and his companions. Luke, the author of Acts, was one of Paul's companions at this time. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-inclusive]])
## Samothrace...Neapolis ##
Costal cities near Phillipi. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/translate-names]])
## a Roman colony ##
A place that Rome conquered and occupied at that time, particularly with soldiers.