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Buchanan, James, 1791-1868 A Proclamation...concerning the Utah War and its necessity.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05708 Author/Creator: Buchanan, James, 1791-1868 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Document Date: 6 April 1858 Pagination: 3 p. : Height: 32.7 cm, Width: 20.2 cm Order a Copy

Printed declaration by President Buchanan proclaiming that a state of rebellion exists in the Territory of Utah, and offering a pardon to all citizens who submit to the authority of the United States government. The present proclamation mentions Mormon resistance as well as part of Buchanan's plan for peace.

Buchanan, James, 1791-1868

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