Christian Petersen
He was traveling with his mother, Anne, and siblings, Elsie Marie and Jens (James). Their mother died shortly before the overland journey. According to James' obituary, all three children crossed the plains with the 1855 Secrist/Guymon Company and, upon their arrival, were cared for by different families.
Born
1844 May 3
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Occurred On 1844 May 3
Traveled in Jacob F. Secrist/Noah T. Guymon Company (1855)
1855 June 13 – September 7 (Age 11) Pioneers in Company
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Started On 1855 June 13
Joined Company
Ended On 1855 September 7
Company Arrived
Married Christina Elnora Anderson
1867 January 2 (Age 22)
Died
1926 January 8 (Age 81)
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Christian Petersen (1844 - 1926) Profile