Mormons
Mormons: Conflict and Influence
The Mormons headed west in search of new settlement. Mormons were members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. They spread their teachings and beliefs. But many people disagreed with their religions. Wherever the Mormons went, they were disrespected and treated harshly because of their beliefs. After their leader Joseph Smith was killed, Brigham Young decided to move the Mormons to Utah where he thought they would be safe. Young was a smart man. He was able to lead his group of pioneers westward to Utah. Young set up his first camp at Great Salt Lake. Irrigation was essential if the Mormons wanted to farm in the dry lands of Utah. They created irrigation ditches, canals and dams to carry waters to their farms. The Mormons were the first Americans to settle and conquer the Great Basin. They created farming methods used by later settlers. The Mormons were a helpful group and aided settlers on their journeys west. In addition, Salt Lake City became a good spot to stop for food and supplies while traveling westward. Lastly, the Mormons implanted their religion in Utah. The Mormon church has grown into a worldwide religion. This is the legacy and impact that the Mormons left behind.