Sealing Testimony

Joseph was often held hostage in his own city. Exonerated from wrong-doing only to be charged anew his very notoriety and influence worked against him. He crossed the river hoping to lead a vanguard company of saints to the Rockies. Instead he submitted to the Illinois Governor's demand, and went to Carthage. Joseph's statesmanlike submission and final efforts toward peace set the stage for his people to receive triumphant blessings in the Temple. Then they sought their destiny in the uncharted west.