John Jensen
Evidence from emigration and genealogy records proves that the Jensen family traveled to Utah in 1857. In some sources his name is "Jorgen Petersen."
He came to America on the ship Westmoreland in 1857 with his sisters, Kirsten and Dorthea. The ship manifest lists his name as "Jorgen Petersen."
He was born Pedersen came on the ship as Jensen and changed his name to Lollin.
Born
1840 January 23
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Occurred On 1840 January 23
Traveled in Christian Christiansen Company (1857)
1857 June 15 – September 13 (Age 17) Pioneers in Company
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Started On 1857 June 15
Joined Company
Ended On 1857 September 13
Company Arrived
Died
1915 April 4 (Age 75)
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