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William Handy
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. He later joined the RLDS Church and returned to Iowa.
Born
1817 April 11
Date Details
Occurred On 1817 April 11
Traveled in John A. Hunt Company (1856)
1856 August 1 – December 10 (Age 39) Pioneers in Company
Date Details
Started On 1856 August 1
Joined Company
Ended On 1856 December 10
Company Arrived
Died
1902 August 11 (Age 85)
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William Handy (1817 - 1902) Profile