Joseph H. McGee diary

Collection

Identifier: ACCN 2403

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The diary of Joseph H. McGee was used as the basis for the book The Story of the Grand River Country: Memories of Major Joseph H. McGee, 1821-1905.

Dates

1887

Creator

McGee, Joseph H. (Joseph Hedger), 1821-1905 (Person)

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Conditions Governing Use

The library does not claim to control copyright for all materials in the collection. An individual depicted in a reproduction has privacy rights as outlined in Title 45 CFR, part 46 (Protection of Human Subjects). For further information, please review the J. Willard Marriott Library’s Use Agreement and Reproduction Request forms.

Biographical / Historical

Joseph H. McGee (1821-1905) is best known for his involvement in events which became known as "The Mormon War," in Missouri in 1838.

Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 Folder)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The Joseph H. McGee diary (1887) speaks of his family moving to Missouri in 1837, and of several experiences with Joseph Smith and the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.