Church History Biographical Database
Andrew Huston Perkins
Captain of Hundred and president of company.
Born in Jackson, Madison, Tennessee, United States
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Occurred On 1809 December 5
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Called as Missionary
1844 April 15 (Age 34)
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Ended On 1844
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Appointed to preside over the six missionaries called to assist Joseph Smith's presidential campaign and preach the gospel in Missouri. (History journal, April 15, 1844, p. 2)
Called as Missionary
1844 October 8 (Age 34)
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Called by the Twelve Apostles to strengthen the branches of the Church until the Nauvoo Temple was completed. (History journal, October 8, 1844) He served as first counselor in the Macedonia Branch, Hancock, Illinois to his uncle, William G. Perkins who was ordained the bishop of the branch. (Andrew Huston Perkins- Bio Sketch, Family Search).