78 individuals, in addition to 18 teamsters and Captain Murdock, were in the company when it began its journey from the outfitting post at Wyoming, Nebraska (the west bank of the Missouri River about 40 miles south of Omaha). The Gilcrest family also joined and traveled with this company. Captain Murdock's company arrived in Salt Lake City on August 26. En route, three adults and two children died and teamster Sidney Beckstead was killed by an accidental discharge of his rifle.
Formed in Wyoming, Otoe, Nebraska, United States
1864 June 29
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Occurred On 1864 June 29
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John Riggs Murdock Appointed as Company Captain
1864 June 29 – August 26
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Ended On 1864 August 26
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Ended in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah, United States
1864 August 26
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Occurred On 1864 August 26
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Wagon Company