
Episode 3: Leaving Nauvoo
Road to Carthage: A Joseph Smith Papers Podcast
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Joseph Smith's Decision to Return to Nauvoo
The documentary record of Joseph Smith's decision to return to Nauvoo is sparse. Governor Ford had promised protection for Joseph Smith if he went to Carthage. According to reminiscent accounts, Joseph turned to Hiram as his older brother for advice.
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