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One of the major reasons the Mormons moved to Utah is because nobody else wanted to live there. It was a vast empty land with very little water or trees. There were several Native American groups living there at the time, most of which were friendly with the new Mormon settlers.
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∙ 9y agoManifest Destiny is: 'In the 19th century, Manifest Destiny was the widely held belief in the United States that American settlers were destined to expand throughout the continent." (Wikipedia)
Therefore, the Mormons did expand westward into Utah (Mexico).
Now back to the question. "What did the Mormons find when they got to Utah...?
Brigham Young stated, "This is the place."
The Mormons were seeking religious freedom from persecution and to live their religion as they believed.. They found that freedom in the Great Salt Lake Valley of Mexico. Later named 'Deseret' by Brigham Young and later to be named Utah (after the Ute Indians).
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Are Mormons allowed to hunt?
Yes. Go to Utah and you'll find tons of Mormons that hunt.
Why did Utah become the center of mormonism?
Because that is where Mormons went in order to escape persecution.
Where did Mormons settle in the west?
Utah.
What role did the Mormons play in the history of Iowa?
Early Mormons had a few small settlements in Iowa and the Mormon Trail went through Iowa en route to Utah.
What state was settled by Mormons in the west?
Utah was settled by Mormons.
Why did Brigham young decide to lead the mormons to utah?
They were getting persecuted so they went somewhere where nobody else had settled.
Mormons founded which us state capitol city?
Mormons founded Salt Lake City, Utah, the capital of Utah. Actually, they founded the whole state of Utah...
Why did the Mormons move to the west to settle with Utah?
The Mormons were searching for a place where they could practice their religion in peace and found that place in Utah.
What did the Mormons have to do before Utah could be proclaimed a state?
Some say that the Mormons had to denounce polygamy before Utah became a state. This may or may not be true, as the plans to make Utah a state were in action before the Church officially denounced polygamy. Either way, Mormons arrived there in 1847, Utah became a territory in 1850, Mormons ended polygamy in 1890, and Utah became a state in 1896.
What is Utah recognized for?
Utah is known for its snow, mormons, and beautiful national parks.
Which state has the most active Mormons?
Utah.
What did the Mormons travel on?
Mormon Trail to Utah
