Dr. William Key

Former enslaved man and entrepreneur

Dr. William Key was a former enslaved man who became a wealthy entrepreneur in the late 19th century. He is best known for his work with his horse, Beautiful Jim Key, and his efforts to promote kindness and compassion towards animals. Key was born into slavery in the United States and later became a successful businessman. He was also a skilled horse trainer and mathematician, and he used these skills to train his ho...