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Why did the Mormons move out of Independence?
The Mormon Pioneers left Missouri in 1838 because the governor, Lillbourn W. Boggs, issued an extermination order against them, saying that all Mormons should be "exterminated or driven from the state." This extermination order was in place until 1976.
What territory did the Mormons fled to due to persecution?
After New York they ended up in Missouri and were persecuted. The governor, Lilburn Boggs wrote an Extermination order that said, "the Mormons must be treated as enemies and exterminated or driven forcefully out of the state." They were driven from there and ended up in Utah.
Where was governor lilburn boggs born?
lexington, KY
Is Lindy Boggs related to Governor William Claiborne?
YES
Why did Gov Ford not protect the Mormons in Illinois after he promised to protect them from the mob attacks?
There are several reasons why Gov Ford didn't protect the Mormons. One he was concerned about retaining his position as Governor and being reelected. the people that opposed the Mormons were politically powerful and had great influence with the Governor. They told the Governor that the Mormons were causing the problems and that the rest of the population were only protecting themselves. They made the Governor believe that the Mormons were threatening the safety of the rest of the population. So he issued the extermination order. The Mormons either had to leave the State of Missouri or be exterminated.
Who was the US president that wanted to eliminate the Mormon's?
The US President cretited for disliking Mormons the most is James Buchannan, who sent an army to stop a 'Mormon Insurrection' that never was going to happen. He was very distrustful of the Mormons and insisted that the army keep eye on them.James Buchannan didn't necessarily want to eliminate the Mormons, he was just distrustful of them. A Missouri state Governor, Lillbourn Boggs, however, did want to eliminate the Mormons and issued an extermination order, making it legal to kill a Mormon in Missouri.
Who forced Mormons to move?
The Mormon pioneers were forced to move several times by the people in the cities they were living in. Sometimes their homes were burned down and they were taunted and persecuted until they left. Other times they were forced out by governmental decrees. In Missouri, Governor Lillbourn W. Boggs issued an 'Extermination Order' to exterminate all Mormons from the state. This order remained on the books until the 1970's.
What was the name of the order issued by Missouri's governor boggs that said all Mormons must leave or be killed?
It is officially named Missouri Executive Order 44, and informally known as the "Mormon Extermination Order". It was issued in 1838 and voided in 1976. You can see a copy of it at the "Related Links" below.
When was the Missouri Mormon extermination order rescinded?
The Missouri Executive Order 44, also known as the "extermination order", was an executive order issued on October 27, 1838 by Missouri govenor Lilburn Boggs. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extermination_Order has full info.
What war almost broke out between the Mormons?
The Mormon War of 1858 was not between the Mormons, but between the Mormons (living in the territory of Deseret), and the US Army, sent to bring the Mormons into subjugation over their refusal to recognize the authority of an abusive, unelected, federally-appointed governor.
Why do Mormons feel that Israel has the right to kill Palestineans?
They don't. That might be the opinion of a few Mormons, but not most Mormons. The Church itself has said nothing on the matter. Mormons are encouraged to form their own political opinions.
Is Tommy boggs and wade boggs the same person?
No. Tommy Boggs and Wade Boggs are two Different ballplayers.
