Ben Raines

Ben Raines is an American journalist and author known for his investigative reporting on history and social justice. He gained national recognition for his groundbreaking work uncovering the remains of the Clotilda, the last known slave ship to arrive in America, which became the basis for his acclaimed book "The Last Slave Ship: The True Story of How Clotilda Was Found, Her Descendants, and an Extraordinary Reckoning." A reporter for the Alabama Media Group, Raines combines meticulous research with compelling storytelling to illuminate forgotten chapters of American history and their lasting impact on contemporary communities.