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Specific picture descriptions: Photos above with "i" icons next to the bracketed sequence numbers (e.g. "[1] ") are described as follows:
1. THISIS_160715_001.JPG: Learn About the Pony Express
2. THISIS_160715_021.JPG: Answering the Call
3. THISIS_160715_032.JPG: Duty Calls
4. THISIS_160715_041.JPG: Faith as a Gale Wind Going West
5. THISIS_160715_058.JPG: Mormon Battalion Plaza
6. THISIS_160715_063.JPG: One of the Longest Infantry Marches in U.S. History
7. THISIS_160715_073.JPG: Duty Triumphs
8. THISIS_160715_081.JPG: With Toil and Courage, Until We Meet Again
9. THISIS_160715_090.JPG: National Pony Express Monument
10. THISIS_160715_100.JPG: In Ten Days or Less...
11. THISIS_160715_123.JPG: A Moment In Time
12. THISIS_160715_138.JPG: Avard Fairbanks, 1947
13. THISIS_160715_150.JPG: Pony Express Goes to the Olympics
14. THISIS_160715_155.JPG: Unsung Heros [sic] Strategically placed relay stations across the western frontier proved to be a major contributing factor to the early success of the Pony Express mail service. "Station keeps," assigned to these outposts readied swift horses, fresh and rested, for each rider. Often working in pairs, day and night they kept a vigil for incoming riders. Life at these stations covered a broad spectrum of living conditions depending upon location and situation. Home stations were generally better established and more accommodating, even luxurious by some standards. Remote relay stations, especially in the West, were often exceedingly primitive. In St. Joseph, Missouri, Patee House was one of the most luxurious hostelries on the frontier. This four story brick building, which is still standing, was well known for its social life and gala balls and parties. Smith Hotel in Seneca, Kansas, and the Salt Lake House in Utah were other prominent hotels which served as comfortable home stations for riders and company personnel. West of Salt Lake City and across the Great Basin to California, accommodation and quality of life tended to go downhill. Hot, dry summers and bitter cold winter often were the only companions for station keepers. On other days, loneliness and idle time were interlaced with fending off horse thieves and Indian attacks. Frequently exposed to danger, many lost their lives in this daring American enterprise. Though the Pony Express has become a romanticized legend in American history, the station keeps -- those who kept the horse waiting and bid "Godspeed" to the rider as he galloped away -- are the true unsung heroes of the Pony Express.
15. THISIS_160715_186.JPG: Journey's End
16. THISIS_160715_221.JPG: The Trappers and Fur Traders
17. THISIS_160715_233.JPG: John C. Fremont
18. THISIS_160715_239.JPG: Father de Smet, S.J.
19. THISIS_160715_244.JPG: Capt. Bonneville
20. THISIS_160715_283.JPG: Peter Skene Ogden
21. THISIS_160715_287.JPG: Chief Washakie
22. THISIS_160715_295.JPG: Ettenne Provot
23. THISIS_160715_305.JPG: The Spanish Explorers
24. THISIS_160715_323.JPG: This is the Place Monument, dedicated July 24, 1947, commemorates the arrival of the Mormon pioneers into the valley of the Great Salt Lake one hundred years before, and also the role of others -- Spanish Catholic fathers, trappers and fur traders, official government explorers and California immigrants, who contributed to the successful founding of an empire in "the top of the mountains." Driven from their homes in Missouri and Illinois because of political and religious prejudice, the Mormons began their historic fifteen hundred mile trek from Nauvoo to the Rocky Mountains on February 4, 1846, an event that had been prophesied by the Prophet Joseph Smith four years earlier. As early as September 9, 1845, leaders of the church had determined to found their "Zion" in the valley of the great salt lake. Because of the intense cold and deadly scourge of cholera, the four hundred mile trek across Iowa in 1846 was the most trying of the entire exodus. these handicaps, together with the furnishing of five hundred volunteers -- the Mormon battalion -- to fight in the war against Mexico, forced the Saints to halt temporarily on the Missouri river. Winter Quarters was established on the present site of Florence, Nebraska. From this place on April 7, 1847 the pioneer company left for the Rocky Mountains. The train consisted of 143 men, 3 women, 2 children, 72 wagons, 93 horses, 66 oxen, 52 mules, 19 cows and 17 dogs. Seventeen additional members of the Crow and Therlkill families with three wagons who had wintered at the site of modern pueblo, Colorado, were added at Fort Laramie, and six members of the Mormon battalion joined them at the crossing of the Green River, making in all a total of 171 souls who came into Great Salt Lake Valley, July 22-24 1847. Fort Laramie was reached June 1, South Pass, June 27, and Fort Bridger July 7. On July 13 Orson Pratt was directed to take 23 wagons and 42 men and proceed ahead to determine where the Reed-Donner trail crossed the mountains. Two days later, Orson Pratt's company discovered the trail which ran southwest for fifteen miles from the present site of Henefer, Utah and then turned west over the mountains. Following this route, Orson Pratt and John Brown ascended big mountain, and from its summit, on July 19, saw for the first time the Great Salt Lake. Two days later Orson Pratt and Erastus Snow proceeded from the foot of Little Mountain four and one-half miles down Emigration Canyon, ascended a hill near the entrance of the valley, and in the words of Orson Pratt "beheld in a moment such an extensive scenery open before us (that) we could not refrain from a shout of joy which almost involuntarily escaped from our lips the moment this glad and lovely scenery was within our view. although we had only one horse between us, we traversed a circuit of about twelve miles." On the morning of July 22, a party of nine horsemen, headed by Orson Pratt and George A. Smith, rode into the valley for the purpose of locating a place to plant crops on the same day. Willard Richards led a train of sixty wagons into the valley. Temporary encampment was made seven and one-half miles southwest from the mouth of the canyon. Early next morning permanent encampment was made two miles north on the banks of the South Fork of City Creek. On the same day the waters of City Creek were turned upon the hard baked soil, thus inaugurating the system of modern scientific irrigation in America. Meanwhile, Brigham Young, who had been seriously ill with mountain fever, entered the valley on July 24 with the remaining fifteen wagons of this historic occasion. Wilford Woodruff, in whose carriage president Young rode, says "when we came out of the canyon in full view of the valley I turned the side of my carriage around, open to the west and president Young arose from his bed and took a survey of the country while gazing on the scene he was enwrapped in vision for several minutes. When the vision had passed he said ‘this is the right place. Drive on.' " The figures on the west face of the monument (top) are: Brigham Young (center) Great Mormon leader, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Second President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (1847-1877), First Governor of the Territory of Utah (1850-1857). Heber C. Kimball (north on President Young's right) Prophet Apostle, great religious leader, friend and adviser of Brigham Young, first counselor to Brigham Young (1847-1868). Wilford Woodruff (south on President Young's left). great religious leader, Apostle, Fourth President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (1889-1898). The lower group: Orson Pratt (on horse). Apostle, scientist, mathematician explorer, journalist; Erastus Snow (standing) Apostle, explorer, colonizer; the two wagon trains (north wing) first wagon train (July 22), led by Willard Richards (on second horse, noted physician, apostle, religious leader, second counselor to Brigham Young (1847-1854), secretary of the provisional state of Deseret, second wagon train (July 24) Brigham Young sitting in carriage. Wilford Woodruff driving. Heber C. Kimball and Lorenzo Dow Young walking beside carriage. Women are: Clarissa Decker Young (wife of Brigham Young), Ellen Saunders Kimball (wife of Heber C. Kimball) and Harriet Page Wheeler Decker Young (wife of Lorenzo Dow Young). boys are: Lorenzo Sobieski Young (son of Lorenzo Dow Young by his wife Persis Goodall) and Isaac Perry Decker (son of Harriet Decker). the nine horsemen (north side of monument, reading from left to right): Orson Pratt, Orrin Porter Rockwell, Joseph Matthews, Erastus Snow. (south side of monument reading from left to right): John Brown, Jesse C. Little, George A. Smith, an unidentified pioneer and John Pack.
25. THISIS_160715_346.JPG: 1. Visitor Center (formerly Sugar Mill)
26. THISIS_160715_362.JPG: Original United States 45-star Flag: This silk flag was contributed to the New York Public Library to raise funds for its support. The flag was made in 1896 to commemorate the admission of Utah to the Union. The flag was discovered in the Library basement together with 20 others, and is considered an extremely rare piece of historic Americana.
27. THISIS_160715_385.JPG: Bodil Mortensen
28. THISIS_160715_405.JPG: Sesquicentennial Mormon Trail Wagontrain (150 Years). Winter Quarters, Nebraska to the Valley of the Great Salt Lake, April 21, 1997 to July 22, 1997. On a cold rainy morning in April 1997, modern day pioneers left Florence, Nebraska, the old winter quarters, to re-enact the migration of Mormon Saints 150 years earlier. ten thousand participants would take part along the trail, from the banks of the Missouri river to the valley of the great salt lake. the journey of wagons, handcarts, outriders and walkers would take three months and traverse over one thousand miles. the trek was a commemoration of sacrifices, joys and was a testament to the honor and greatness of those who went before. upon arriving in the valley, a glorious welcome awaited, as 50,000 emotional well wishers at the trail's end overcame the participants. Participants and volunteers alike came to feel the spirits of their ancestors and to know, even for one day, the spirit of the Mormon Trail. Many heartfelt thoughts like the following were expressed: I felt a real pull to be out here. I don't know why, but I'm supposed to be here. I know that for sure. our lives were orchestrated in such a way as to get us here. it was exhilarating, quiet, powerful and gentle. For the veil was thin and they did travel by our sides; for we felt them daily. it was a memorial to our ancestors, a daily, daylong journey into the past, and because of it, our lives were forever changed. An apostolic blessing was given. in part, it stated: we ask thee father to reach down from thy throne above and bless each and every man, woman, and child that they may have comfort and peace come to them. This is a very important enterprise, a very important undertaking where a statement is made throughout the entire world. We ask thee to bless the animals that they may be strengthened. That they may, from the water they receive and the hay they partake of, be strong and able. that they may fulfill their responsibilities on this trek. We pray for those that are walking, that their limbs will be strong, that their hearts will be strong, that their limbs will have the capacity to carry them safely along. we pray for those pulling the handcarts; that when it gets difficult they will have the very same experiences of knowing those who have gone before are capable of coming and pushing the carts at their side. Heavenly father, bless them, protect them, walk with them and see them safely into the valley of the great salt lake. With the assistance of the spirit, events took place that touched our hearts and inspired us to a greater commitment. Without it, one could only see sagebrush and dusty trails. sensitive hearts would discern the eloquent witness of what transpired, for they felt a spiritual kinship with those who traveled these trails. Their lives were strengthened and enriched, for the treasures of the trail were revealed only through sacrifice. there are those who would underestimate the difficulties: miles of dust filled winds, temperatures fluctuating 60 degrees in one day, the incessant buzz of swarming mosquitoes and the desolate aridity of desert regions, all factors as real now as they were then. yet the songs of Zion were sung along the trail. some of the children even walked barefoot. our animals stayed strong and we relied on one another for safety and companionship. On arrival, all were reminded: your wheels again cut deep into the sandy soil of Nebraska. the silhouette of wagons against the Wyoming sky created a picture of unique and wondrous beauty. you looked at the starry heavens at night, in lonely desolate places, and contemplated the wondrous things of god. you marveled at the sunrise and sunsets which marked the passing of each day ... you will now go your separate ways, but you will never forget this remarkable experience, nor will we ... you will tell your children and your grandchildren and your great grandchildren about the year of 1997, when you made the long journey west following the tracks of the pioneers of 150 years earlier. God bless you, my beloved associates, for what you have done for each of us. Their spirits transcended time and beckoned us to trace their journey for the trail never ends, we will not forget the memories we hold.
29. THISIS_160715_408.JPG: Angels Are Near Us
30. THISIS_160715_414.JPG: Israel Barlow
31. THISIS_160715_419.JPG: Anson Call
32. THISIS_160715_427.JPG: Eyes Westward
33. THISIS_160715_434.JPG: Eyes Westward "The Prophecies"
34. THISIS_160715_440.JPG: Eyes Westward "The History"
Description of Subject Matter: This Is The Place Heritage Park is a city park in Salt Lake City. It consists of:
* This is the Place Monument -- which commemorates the Mormons' entrance into the valley,
* The Old Deseret Village -- a recreated mid-1800s pioneer village, and
* The Pony Express Station and Fairbanks Monument -- commemorating the Pony Express stop in the city.
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