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Blood of the Prophets: Brigham Young and the Massacre at Mountain Meadows
Blood of the Prophets: Mountain Meadows Massacre
Mountain Meadows Massacre
Guide Rating -  
Pros  •  Most extensive account of evidence and history currently available on this topic
•  Persuasive arguments about who did what and why
•  Presents a chapter in Mormon history which Mormon historians would be encouraged to ignore
Cons  •  May be a bit heavy on details for some readers
The Bottom Line - Bagley's book is a very engaging read. He does a wonderful job recouinting the historical, cultural, and religious context in which the massacre ultimately occurred.
 
Product Description
•  History of events surrounding the Mountain Meadows Massacre in 1857
•  Provides detailed evidence of Mormon involvement in the killings and subsequent cover-up
•  Argues that important Mormon leaders knew what was going on and participated
 
 
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Mountain Meadows Massacre
Emigrating from Arkansas to California in September, 1857, a train of wagons had the misfortune to pass through the Utah Territory during a time of violence and heightened tension between the Territorial government (under Brigham Young) and the United States government (under President Buchanan, who was determined to replace Young). The result was the massacre of around 120 men, women, and children - many being killed only after surrendering on the promise of safe conduct. But what really happened and why?

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