Benjamin Vaughan- The history of an anti-abolitionist
Benjamin Vaughan has a city named after him, but was an incredibly problematic figure in history who opposed the liberation of black slaves
Notable points of interest in the life and legacy of Benjamin Vaughan
This interactive map tells the story of Benjamin Vaughan, both as a historical figure and illustrating how his legacy still affects people today. Though an illustrious merchant who contributed to trade in the west indies and boosted the economy of colonial America, Vaughan was a staunch anti-abolitionist and advocated against the rights of slaves. The dots on the map can be followed to see when and where Vaughan either made history, or had parts of his legacy of prejudice affect people today.