200 individuals and 50 wagons were in the company when it began its journey from the outfitting post at Florence, Nebraska (now Omaha).
The company departed 5-6 June 1856 and arrived in the Salt Lake Valley from 13-18 August 1856.
Company Departed from Florence, Nebraska
1856 June 5
Philemon Christopher Merrill Called as Captain
1856 June 5 – August 13 See Pioneers
Roles
Captain
Date Details
Started On 1856 June 5
Joined Company
Ended On 1856 August 13
Company Arrived
Company Arrived at Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah Territory, United States
1856 August 13