Thomas Murphy Alexander
Thomas initially traveled to the Salt Lake Valley in the Willard Richards Company in 1848. He later participated as one of the rescuers that were sent out in the winter of 1856 to assist the members of the Church stranded in Wyoming. He was among the small group of men who remained behind at Devil's Gate until spring to guard the personal belongings of the emigrants who had been rescued.
Born
1831 February 21
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Occurred On 1831 February 21
Traveled in Willard Richards Company (1848)
1848 July 3 – October 10 (Age 17) Pioneers in Company
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Started On 1848 July 3
Joined Company
Ended On 1848 October 10
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Traveled in Rescue Companies (1856)
1856 October 7 – December 15 (Age 25) Pioneers in Company
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Started On 1856 October 7
Joined Company
Ended On 1856 December 15
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Died
1905 October 9 (Age 74)
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Thomas Murphy Alexander (1831 - 1905) Profile