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So far, about 140 years! :) The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly called the "Mormon" church) moved it's headquarters to Utah under the direction of Brigham Young in the 1840's. Brigham Young died in the 1870's. Today, the headquarters of the Church is still there, on the same block where Brigham Young said it should be. Two of his homes are on the block as well and are popular tourist attractions as historic museums, and also serve as a cafe and reception center.
What else can I help you with?
How many Mormons have died in Iraqi war?
No official count is available to the public, but there have been many Mormons who have died in the recent wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
How did the Mormons prepare for the move west?
Many didn't. Disease was rife, and many died from the cold. Those who survived, were the lucky ones.
What was Brigham Young's childhood like?
Brigham Young was born into a farming family in Vermont, so naturally he spent much of his childhood doing farm chores. When he was in his late teens, his mother died and he got a job as a traveling carpenter and blacksmith to help his family with the finances. Some homes in New England today still boast mantlepieces and staircase railings built by Brigham Young.
How many men died at Utah beach?
200 Casualties 23,250 men landed
How many british soldiers have died in libya conflict?
In the recent struggle to settle the political disagreement in Libya no British soldiers have died, there was only causalities.
Why did Brigham Young lead the Mormons to Utah?
Brigham Young became president of the Mormon church when Joseph Smith died. The Mormons needed a safe place to practice their religion. The Mormons had been kicked out of every other place they had tried to settle. At the time, Utah was a part of Mexico, and they wanted to escape the United States government. Also, before Joseph Smith died he told Brigham that the Saints would eventually have to move west to the Rocky Mountains. Because every where else that Mormons tried to settle were chased out and abused. So the Mormons went west to seek a place where they could practice their religion without being provoked.
Why did Brigham Young lead the Mormons the Utah?
Brigham Young became president of the Mormon church when Joseph Smith died. The Mormons needed a safe place to practice their religion. The Mormons had been kicked out of every other place they had tried to settle. At the time, Utah was a part of Mexico, and they wanted to escape the United States government. Also, before Joseph Smith died he told Brigham that the Saints would eventually have to move west to the Rocky Mountains. Because every where else that Mormons tried to settle were chased out and abused. So the Mormons went west to seek a place where they could practice their religion without being provoked.
Why did the Mormons settle near the Great Salt Lake?
Well, he didn't find Utah, it was already there and he knew how to get there. He didn't found Utah either - the area was called Territory of Deseret until after Brigham's death. Utah became a state in 1896, but Brigham Young died in 1877. Brigham Young moved to the area because the Mormons had been kicked out of their homes in Missouri and Illinois. Joseph Smith had previously said that they would find peace in the Rocky Mountains, so Brigham lead the people there.
Who led the Mormon church in Utah?
Brigham Young led the first group of Mormon pioneers to Utah, and over the next 30 years was the leader of the church while hundreds more pioneers travelled to Utah. Since Brigham Young died in 1877, there have been many leaders of the Mormon church. While each of these leaders have lived in Utah, they lead the entire worldwide church, not just members in Utah.
When did Ebenezer Brigham die?
Ebenezer Brigham died on 1861-09-14.
When did Elijah Brigham die?
Elijah Brigham died in 1816.
When did Lewis A. Brigham die?
Lewis A. Brigham died in 1885.
When did Nicholas Brigham die?
Nicholas Brigham died in 1558.
When did Carl Brigham die?
Carl Brigham died in 1943.
When did Mary A. Brigham die?
Mary A. Brigham died in 1889.
When did Harry Brigham die?
Harry Brigham died in 1978.
What is Brigham Young and the Great Trek?
Brigham Young was the President of the LDS church from 1844-1877, when he died of a ruptured appendix. He lead the early saints on the Great Trek from Nauvoo, Illinois to Salt Lake City, Utah. It was 1,300 miles the whole way.
