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S1 E3: Westward Wagons - A Rough Start
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The Stephens-Townsend-Murphy Party, a group of ten families, left Iowa in 1844, becoming the first to bring wagons over the Sierra Nevada. Their journey was marked by conflicts, harsh weather, illness, and insect plagues. Strong leadership, unity, and experience helped them overcome adversity and open the West for future settlers. Want to learn more? Read about the whole story here!
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