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Brigham Young (1801 - 1877) was an American leader in the Latter Day Saint movement and a settler of the Western United States. He was the President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1847 until his death in 1877, he founded Salt Lake City, and he served as the first governor of the Utah Territory, United States. Young also led the foundings of the precursors to the University of Utah and Brigham Young University.
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∙ 13y agoHe led the Mormon westward migration which spurred a lot of the other treks across the plains.
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Who led the Mormon migration to the great salt lake areas?
Brigham Young!
Who led the Mormons to the Great Salt Lake?
Brigham Young was the Prophet of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Later Day Saints by the time the Mormon migration reached Utah. Prior to Brigham Young, Joseph Smith, originator of the LDS led the Mormons until he was killed by a mob in Carthage, Illinois, in 1844.The first group of Mormon Pioneers was lead to the Great Salt Lake by Brigham Young. Later groups were lead by experienced trail guides who had traveled with Brigham Young previously.
Is there any video on brigham young?
Yes. There was a movie made about Brigham Young (Titled: Brigham Young).
What is brigham youngs birth name?
Brigham Young's full name was Brigham Young.
What was Brigham Young's middle name?
Brigham Young's full name was Brigham Young. He didn't have a middle name.
Leader who founded a settlement at Salt Lake City?
Brigham Young lead the Mormon people from the Midwest to Utah, organized them, and sent them to establish colonies all over the west. The majority of the settlements were centered around Salt Lake City, which was (and is) the headquarters of the Church.
Which state did Brigham Young love?
Brigham Young loved Utah.
Was Brigham Young an abolitionist?
No, Brigham Young was not an abolitionist. Brigham Young believed that slavery could not be abolished until the second coming of the Lord.
What was brigham young nicknamed?
Brigham Young has been called "The American Moses".
What is the Brigham young university mascot?
Brigham Young University's mascot is the cougar.
Where did Brigham Young start?
Brigham Young grew up in Vermont, USA.
What is Brigham Young's birthday?
Brigham Young was born on June 1, 1801.
