Edward Martin (pioneer)
American photographer (1818-1882)
Edward Martin (1818–1882) was a British-American pioneer. After joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Britain, he immigrated to the United States and spent much of his life serving in various positions within the church. He is most prominently known for his role as captain of the Martin Handcart Company, a Mormon Handcart Pioneer company that suffered heavy losses when they encountered harsh winter conditions while traveling through Wyoming. He is one of many figures that played a prominent role in the Westward Expansion of the 19th century.
Early life
Not much is known about Edward Martin's life before he emigrated to the United States. He was born on November 18, 1818, in Preston, England. His parents were John Martin and Ann Slater. At age 18, he joined the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was baptized by Orson Hyde in the Ribble River on October 14, 1837. He was one of the earliest converts to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Britain. He later married Alice Clayton in March 1840 in Preston, England.
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