After Joseph Smith was nominated for President of the United States, Brigham Young announced in a special conference held 9 April 1844 that "Elders will be sent to preach the gospel and electioneer." That day 244 men volunteered, with the number only growing afterwards.
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Formed in Nauvoo, Hancock, Illinois, United States
1844 April 9
Charles C. Rich Called as Mission President
1844 April 15 – July
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Ended in Nauvoo, Hancock, Illinois, United States
1844 June 27
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