May 27, 1834

Okaw branch of the Kaskaskia River, Illinois
As Joseph Smith's history records, he and the brethren of Zion's Camp experienced the protection of angels on their journey.
Sources: 
History of the Church, Joseph Smith, 2:73
Joseph Smith History A1:481 
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Winter Quarters

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