Nauvoo Legion
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The Nauvoo Legion was a state-authorized militia of Nauvoo, Illinois, United States from February 4, 1841, until January 29, 1845. Its main function was the defense of Nauvoo and surrounding Latter Da
Joseph Smith inspecting the Nauvoo Legion
Nauvoo Legion chain of command. For comparison, see typical state militia.
Joseph Smith dressed for official functions and ceremonies of the Nauvoo Legion, painted by Sutcliffe Maudsley
Emma Smith and other women of Nauvoo would sometimes accompany the Nauvoo Legion on horseback, painted by Sutcliffe Maudsley
Brigham Young
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Brigham Young was an American religious leader and politician. He was the second president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from 1847 until his death in 1877. He also served as the f
Young, c. 1865
The five sons of John and Abigail Young. From left to right: Lorenzo Dow, Brigham, Phineas H., Joseph, and John.
Chair made by Young, who was a carpenter early in his life
1853 daguerreotype of Young