John Drysdale
John and his three brothers (James, Thomas and Andrew) crossed the Atlantic on the ship Elvira Owen in 1853. While John crossed the plains with the Moses Daley Freight Train, possibly serving as a teamster, his brothers traveled with the Cryus Wheelock pioneer company in the division headed by Captain Picton.
Born
1837 October 8
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Occurred On 1837 October 8
Traveled in Moses Daley Freight Train (1853)
1853 July 6 – September 29 (Age 15) Pioneers in Company
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Started On 1853 July 6
Joined Company
Ended Between 1853 September 27 – 29
Company Arrived
Died
1912 April 4 (Age 74)
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John Drysdale (1837 - 1912) Profile