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Edward Hunter Company (1850)

Departed
On 1850 June 29
Departed From
Kanesville, Iowa
Arrived
On 1850 October 13
Vehicle Type
Wagon
Company Type
Church Train
Company Direction
Westbound

261 individuals and 67 wagons were in the company when it began its journey from the outfitting post at Kanesville, Iowa (present day Council Bluffs). This company was organized at 12-mile creek near the Missouri River. It was the first Perpetual Emigrating Fund Company.

 

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Company Departed from Kanesville, Iowa

1850 June 29

Edward Hunter Called as Captain

1850 June 29 – October 13  See Pioneers
Roles
Captain
Returning Missionary

Date Details

Started On 1850 June 29
Joined Company
Ended On 1850 October 13
Company Arrived

Company Arrived at Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah Territory, United States

1850 October 13

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