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James McGaw Company (1852)

Departed
On 1852 June 24
Departed From
Kanesville, Iowa
Arrived
On 1852 September 20
Vehicle Type
Wagon
Company Type
Church Train
Company Direction
Westbound

239 individuals and 54 wagons were in the company when it was organized at the outfitting post at Kanesville, Iowa (present day Council Bluffs). Shortly thereafter, a small group of about 40 people, led by Crandell Dunn, broke off from the main camp and traveled the remaining distance to the Valley independently.

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Company Departed from Kanesville, Iowa

1852 June 24

James McGaw Called as Captain

1852 June 24 – September 20  See Pioneers
Roles
Captain

Date Details

Started On 1852 June 24
Joined Company
Ended On 1852 September 20
Company Arrived

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

1852 September 20

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