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Perrigrine Sessions Company (1857)

Departed
On 1857 July 16
Departed From
Carson Valley, Nevada
Arrived
On 1857 August 12
Vehicle Type
Wagon
Company Type
Independent Train
Company Direction
Eastbound

A company of California emigrants led by Hezekiah Thatcher joined with Saints from Carson Valley to travel from that place to Utah. These joint companies totaled 65 people. They dispersed a few miles after crossing the Bear River Ferry in Utah.

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Company Departed from Carson Valley, Nevada

1857 July 16

Perrigrine Sessions Called as Captain

1857 July 16 – August 12  See Pioneers
Roles
Captain

Date Details

Started On 1857 July 16
Joined Company
Ended On 1857 August 12
Company Arrived

Aaron Benjamin Cherry Called as Captain

1857 July 16 – August 12  See Pioneers
Roles
Captain

Date Details

Started On 1857 July 16
Joined Company
Ended On 1857 August 12
Company Arrived

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

1857 August 12