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   Adam–God theory

   In any case, Young seems to have decided to let the issue rest and not to explain more. ... For example, on 28 December 1845 Brigham Young made an explicit reference to a "more ancient" Adam after whom Michael received the name Adam.
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   Brigham Young

   A large slab of granite was put up on which he had the following words engraved: "HERE 120 MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN WERE MASSACRED IN COLD BLOOD EARLY IN SEPTEMBER, 1857. ... ↑ "Brigham Young Biography".
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   Brigham Young University

   The AAUP's concern was not with restrictions on the faculty member's religious expression but with a failure, as alleged by the faculty member and AAUP, that the restrictions had not been adequately specified in advance by BYU: ... Brigham young University.
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   Utah War

   Just as a misunderstanding of Mormon culture and their governmental system contributed to the Buchanan Administration's decision to send the expedition, the Mormons' lack of information on the army's mission also created apprehension and led to elaborate preparations. ... Although they had fought on several occasions, including the Walker War of 1853-4, Brigham Young had generally adopted a policy of missionary work, education, and conciliation towards native tribes.
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   Blacks and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

   Some researchers have suggested that the actions of William McCary in Winter Quarters, Nebraska led to Brigham Young's decision to adopt the priesthood ban in the LDS Church. ... Critics question motivation of policy reversal
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   Emma Smith

   Relations between the Latter Day Saints and their neighbors also declined into near open warfare, and finally Young made the decision to relocate in the West. ... Over the years many church historians attempted to prove that the practice had originated with Brigham Young.
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   History of Brigham Young University

   The school did not reach university status until 1903, in a decision made by the school's Board of Trustees at the request of BYU President Benjamin Cluff. ... The Board elected George H. Brimhall as the new President of BYU by a narrow margin, as his health during Cluff's tenure had been failing.
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   Blood atonement

   Blood atonement teachings during the Brigham Young administration ... While the decision for this law was being made, the Church was consulted and stated that they had nothing against the discontinuation of this practice.
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   War hysteria preceding the Mountain Meadows massacre

   Brigham Young ... However, Captains Baker and Fancher may not have been aware of Young's martial law order since it was not made public until September 15, 1857.
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    Chronology of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles (LDS Church)

    Daniel H. Wells ordained an apostle and set apart as a counsellor to Brigham Young. ... Reed Smoot loses the election for the U.S. Senate.

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• Blood atonement,
• War hysteria preceding the Mountain Meadows massacre,
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