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John Banks Company (1856)

Departed
On 1856 July 9
Departed From
Florence, Nebraska
Arrived
On 1856 September 22
Vehicle Type
Wagon
Company Type
Church Train
Company Direction
Westbound

300 individuals and about 60 wagons were in the company when it began its journey from the outfitting post at Florence, Nebraska (now Omaha). Also known as the St. Louis Company.

The company arrived in Salt Lake City between September 22nd and October 5th.

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Company Departed from Florence, Nebraska

1856 July 9

John Banks Called as Captain

1856 July 9 – September 22  See Pioneers
Roles
Captain
Returning Missionary

Date Details

Started On 1856 July 9
Joined Company
Ended On 1856 September 22
Company Arrived

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

1856 September 22

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