During the Mexican War (1846 to 1847), the United States government recruited the Mormon Battalion, which consisted of over 500 men recruited in Iowa from westbound Mormon pioneer companies.
Visit the Mormon Battalion Visitors' Center in Old Town San Diego to learn more about this remarkable group, the sacrifices they made, their contributions to the settling of California, and the reason they were willing to travel so far. Free guided tours and video presentations are available.
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