Gilbert Bright
Gilbert's biographical sketch confirms his birth date and the company he traveled in. It also indicates that he served as a teamster for Peter Nebeker's 1866 out-and-back company.
His travel to Utah is confirmed by the obituary of his mother.His father died in Iowa before the company departed so his oldest brother, Joseph, is listed as head of household in all the company records.
Born
1840 March 9
Date Details
Occurred On 1840 March 9
Traveled in Isaac M. Stewart Company (1852)
1852 June 19 – August 28 (Age 12) Pioneers in Company
Traveling Group
Date Details
Started On 1852 June 19
Joined Company
Ended On 1852 August 28
Company Arrived
Traveled in Peter Nebeker Company (1866)
1866 August 7 – September 29 (Age 26) Pioneers in Company
Roles
Teamster
Date Details
Started On 1866 August 7
Joined Company
Ended On 1866 September 29
Company Arrived
Died
1917 January 26 (Age 76)
Media
Gilbert Bright (1840 - 1917) Profile