Sir Hugh Vaughan (before 1492 – 28 August 1536)[1] was born in Wales as a commoner to unknown parents, who later became Governor of Jersey (or Captain).
However, after some disagreements between them, it was decided that the role was best carried out by one person and the pair came to an arrangement whereby Vaughan became sole Governor of Jersey until 1531 when he was succeeded by Sir Anthony Ughtred.
The issue was raised with the lords of his Majesty's Council, but was not resolved for around twelve years, the final result being that Helier's actions were approved by the Star Chamber, and Vaughan was ordered to pay costs.
[4] Vaughan died on 28 August 1536, and was buried with Anne Percy in the chapel of St Michael in Westminster Abbey.
[1] His widow Blanche died on 8 December 1553, and was buried at the church of St Mary Magdalene in Littleton, in Middlesex (now Surrey).