Francis Vaugine

Biography

Francis Vaugine of Jefferson County lived through a time of great change in the young republic, steadfastly offering himself to the local pursuits that kept his community thriving. While the particulars of his career are no longer recorded, his life reflected the quiet diligence common to pioneers shaping the character of rural America.

He passed in 1831, leaving behind a remembrance shared by friends and neighbors who valued his calm counsel, the hospitality he offered, and the strength he lent to Jefferson County’s early years.