June 21, 1834
Fishing River, Missouri
While encamped on the Fishing River, Joseph Smith and the brethren of Zion's Camp were visited by three men from Ray County who became their allies after hearing about the Mormons' afflictions firsthand.
Sources:
History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 2:105–6
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