Church History Biographical Database
William Henshaw
Born in England
1809
Date Details
Occurred Circa 1809
Baptized by Lorenzo Snow
1840 (Age 31)
Served in Welsh Mission
1843 February 19 – 1851 March 4 (Age 34) See Missionaries
Mission Type
Proselytizing
Marital Status
Married
Missionary Activity Notes
Was the first missionary called to serve solely in Wales. Sent by Lorenzo Snow to preach to Sister Mary Ann Lewis Henshaw's family and friends near Merthyr Tydfil.
Residence When Called
South Wales
Location Served
South Wales and Garway Conference, Herefordshire
Date Details
Started On 1843 February 19
Called
Ended On 1851 March 4
Departed from Field
Died in St. Louis, Missouri, United States
1870 November 7 (Age 61)