Dr. Craig Dunn Discusses Relationship Between Joseph Smith's Martyrdom and His Bid for Presidency — Cotton Mission Chapter of Sons of Utah Pioneers

Welcome!

As Sons of Utah Pioneers we truly stand on the shoulders of others who have built communities before us. A most successful 2023 year in our chapter saw us hosting the National Encampment convention. We volunteered service hours then attended the rededication of the St. George Temple as part of that noteworthy event. In 2024 we will focus on the word “Dedication” in memory of the first pioneers who settled this valley with faith, hope and sacrifice.

We invite you to join us as we rededicate to be pioneers in our time and build the next generation of pioneers to honor our heritage.

Roy Taylor,
2024 Chapter President

Mar 21

Mar 21 Dr. Craig Dunn Discusses Relationship Between Joseph Smith's Martyrdom and His Bid for Presidency

Derek Rowley

meetings

Dr Craig Dunn was the guest speaker for our January meeting. His topic, “The Martyrdom Of the Prophet Joseph Smith.” He presented information from non-LDS sources which added additional insight into the events leading up to the martyrdom. From these additional sources it was shown that Joseph’s bid for the Presidency of the United States was so strong that individuals from outside of the state of Illinois were sent in to participate in the assault on Joseph. From the information Dr Dunn presented it seems that political assassination as well as religious persecution contributed to the murder of Joseph Smith at Carthage, Illinois in June of 1844. Dr Dunn’s message was highly interesting and it was a very pleasant social night out.