A gigantic map of all the cool plaques in the world. A project of 99% Invisible.

Captain Jefferson Hunt, Soldier, Pioneer, Churchman

Very sad this plaque has several bullet holes. Erected by Utah Pioneer Trails and Landmarks Association and his descendants October 2 1950Transcription: Captain Jefferson Hunt, Soldier, Pioneer,...

Very sad this plaque has several bullet holes. 

Erected by Utah Pioneer Trails and Landmarks Association and his descendants October 2 1950
Transcription: 

Captain Jefferson Hunt, Soldier, Pioneer, Churchman
Born January 20 1804 in Kentucky-Died May 11 1879 in Idaho
Charles Jefferson Hunt served in the Mormon Battalion as captain of Company “A” and as Assistant Executive Officer. In it’s historic March from Council Bluffs Iowa to San Diego California in 1846-47. His service won the commendation of all who served with him. 
Under Appointment by President Brigham Young in 1851. Captain Hunt was guide for the pioneers to San Bernardino California. His pioneering services included also Provo, Parowan, and Huntsville. (which bears his name) in Utah. And Oxford. Idaho.
A convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints he was, loyal, obedient, and, faithful to the end.


Nearby Plaques On Google Maps