Captain McPherson was experienced in crossing the plains. Several families headed west under his leadership on 27 June. McPherson was transporting two threshing machines with the help of some men from Wisconsin.
Company Departed from Council Bluffs, Nebraska
1851 June 27
William McPherson Called as Captain
1851 June 27 – September 5 See Pioneers
Roles
Captain
Date Details
Started On 1851 June 27
Joined Company
Ended On 1851 September 5
Company Arrived
Company Arrived at Salt Lake City, Salt Lake, Utah Territory, United States
1851 September 5