Warren Foote facts for kids
Warren Foote (born 1817, died 1903) was an important early settler and leader. He helped many people travel across the country to new homes. In 1850, he led a group of settlers from Council Bluffs, Iowa, all the way to the Salt Lake Valley. They arrived there in September of that year.
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Warren Foote's Early Life and Journey
Growing Up and Finding Faith
Warren Foote was born in New York in 1817. When he was 16 years old, in 1833, his father joined a new church. This was The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Warren did not join the church right away. However, he did travel with his father to Kirtland, Ohio. This was an early gathering place for church members.
Later, Warren moved with the Latter-day Saints to Missouri. Then he moved with them to Illinois. In 1842, Warren Foote was baptized in Nauvoo, Illinois. This meant he officially joined the church.
Moving West to Utah
After many travels, Warren Foote made the long journey west. He led a group of settlers across the plains. They arrived in the Salt Lake Valley in September 1850. This was a big achievement for the time.
After reaching Utah, Warren Foote settled in an area called Union. This place is now part of Midvale, Utah, in the Salt Lake Valley.
Settling New Places and Leadership
Helping Build Communities
In the 1860s, Warren Foote continued to help build new towns. He was one of the first people to settle St. Joseph, Nevada. He also became an early settler of Glendale, Utah. These were important steps in expanding settlements in the western United States.
Speaking Out and Serving
Warren Foote was known for his strong opinions. He spoke out against a terrible event called the Mountain Meadows Massacre. He believed it was wrong.
After moving to Glendale, Warren Foote continued to serve his community. He was a member of the Kanab Stake High Council. This was a leadership group in the local church. He later became the stake patriarch of the Kanab Stake. He held this important position until he passed away in 1903.
