500 More Little Known Facts in Mormon History
by George W. Givens
This colorful and informative collection is a great sequel to George Givens' popular 500 Little-Know Facts in Mormon History. For example, did you know . . .
* At a special conference in Nauvoo, Sidney Rigdon was sustained as a Counselor to Joseph Smith in spite of the Prophet's objections
* When Johnston's army marched through Salt Lake City, one single soldier removed his hat in respect for the Mormons. Who was it, and why?
* Many have speculated over whether or not Joseph and Hyrum were wearing their temple robes at the time of their martyrdom in Carthage. Here’s John Taylor’s definitive statement on the subject.
* Martin Harris returned to the church late in life; read about how he was found in Kirtland by a family member returning from a mission to England and invited to join the Saints in Utah where he spent the remainder of his days.
275 pages
Published: August 2004
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