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.
Formed in Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie, Iowa, United States
1852 June 24
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Occurred On 1852 June 24
Formed
James McGaw Appointed as Company Captain
1852 June 24 – September 20
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Ended On 1852 September 20
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Ended in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah, United States
1852 September 20
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Occurred On 1852 September 20
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Wagon Company