Richard Vaughan (historian)

Richard Vaughan (9 July 1927 – 4 March 2014) was a British historian and ornithologist. Specialising in medieval history, he was Professor of History first at the University of Hull (1965–1981) and then at the University of Groningen (1981–1989). His most significant work was a four-volume history of the late medieval Dukes of Burgundy. He also developed an international reputation for his ornithological expertise and writings.