James Christian Peterson
He was traveling with his mother, Anne, and siblings, Elsie Marie and Christian. 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
1842 April 5
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Occurred On 1842 April 5
Traveled in Jacob F. Secrist/Noah T. Guymon Company (1855)
1855 June 13 – September 7 (Age 13) Pioneers in Company
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Started On 1855 June 13
Joined Company
Ended On 1855 September 7
Company Arrived
Married Sarah Ann Brown
1865 December 31 (Age 23)
Died
1919 March 5 (Age 76)
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James Christian Peterson (1842 - 1919) Profile