After the prophet Joseph Smith died, Brigham Young became the second president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS). Brigham Young lead the Mormons west and guided them in settling what is now known as Utah. He is known for being a polygamist (having multiple wives), a practice that the LDS church no longer supports. Under his direction Salt Lake City was constructed, as well as a number of temples in the western United States (Salt Lake City Temple is the most well known among them). He is also noteworthy as the first governor of Utah. Up until his death he was one of the most revered of men for his faith in Joseph Smith and truth of the restored gospel.
He loved education! Hence Brigham Young Universities. :D
Brigham Young University
Brigham Young and his great-great-great grandson, Steve Young. lol
Yes. There was a movie made about Brigham Young (Titled: Brigham Young).
Brigham Young's full name was Brigham Young.
Brigham Young's full name was Brigham Young. He didn't have a middle name.
No, Cy Young and Brigham Young were not related. Cy Young was a famous Major League Baseball pitcher known for the "Cy Young Award," while Brigham Young was a prominent religious leader and the second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They lived in different contexts and eras, with no familial connection between the two.
Brigham Young loved Utah.
No, Brigham Young was not an abolitionist. Brigham Young believed that slavery could not be abolished until the second coming of the Lord.
Brigham Young was born on June 1, 1801.
Brigham Young was born on June 1, 1801.
It was named after the second prophet Brigham Young :)