8th handcart company. 235 individuals, 60 handcarts, and 8 wagons were in the company when it began its journey from the outfitting post at Florence, Nebraska (now Omaha).
They departed from the 7-10 June 1859, and arrived in Salt Lake City 4-6 September 1859.
Formed in Florence, Omaha, Douglas, Nebraska, United States
1859 June 7
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Occurred On 1859 June 7
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George Rowley Appointed as Company Captain
1859 June 7 – September 4
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Ended On 1859 September 4
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Ended in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah, United States
1859 September 4
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Occurred On 1859 September 4
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Handcart Company