Mormon Migration Flashcards
1
Q
Where did Brigham Young decide to take the Mormons?
A
The Great Salt Lake (Mexico)
2
Q
Why did they go to the SLC in Mexico?
A
It was land that no one wanted so they were free from persecution
3
Q
How many Mormons went?
A
15,000
4
Q
How was the journey organized?
A
Groups, wagons were put in circles, had a pioneer band, enough food, they had special Winter Quarters
5
Q
How many were in each group?
A
100 with a leader
6
Q
Why were the wagons in a circle?
A
For protection
7
Q
How did they keep SLC sustainable?
A
Church owned the land and was split (according to the profession), irrigation ditches with certain times when people were allowed to go (to avoid fights and running out) and missionaries
