175 years ago today - Aug 14, 1842 - Sunday

William Law was elected major general of the Nauvoo Legion to replace John C. Bennett, who had become disaffected with the church.

[Source: Joseph Smith, Journal, Dec. 1841–Dec. 1842 in "The Book of the Law of the Lord," Record Book, 1841–1845]

1 comment:

  1. wrong Law. This should read WILSON Law, Wm.'s brother.

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