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William H. Dame Freight Train (1862)

Departed
On 1862 August 14
Departed From
Florence, Nebraska
Arrived
On 1862 October 29
Vehicle Type
Wagon
Company Type
Freight Train
Company Direction
Westbound

150 individuals and 50 wagons were in the company when it began its journey from the outfitting post at Florence, Nebraska (now Omaha).  At Fort Laramie the John R. Young Freight Train overtook Dame's company and the two trains combined at least until they reached Fort Bridger.  

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