Download or read book Uncovering the Life of Joseph Bryant Hawkes (1799 - 1862) written by Jo Anne Kay and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-05 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book Uncovering the Life of Joseph Bryant Hawkes (1799 - 1862) examines a number of early American historical events surrounding the life of Joseph Bryant Hawkes who was raised in America's New England region in the early 1800s. It was written to give the reader a knowledge of news-worthy events and experiences surrounding his life. The author's aim is to record events or happenings Joseph Bryant Hawkes heard about or may have heard about during his lifetime. This history text is derived from factual detailed historical information of his day and originates from several individual journals during his lifetime each describing the conditions or circumstances of their day. It unfolds in a newly created America where both early colonists and newly baptized members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint were struggling for existence. The author wants to not only give you an idea of what is happening in the life of the Joseph Bryant Hawkes and in the life of the Prophet Joseph Smith, Jr., but also what is happening simultaneously in an expanding America and in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints all converging upon one historical chronicle.You will learn about the conditions of why he and others left their eastern homelands for a better life. Joseph Bryant Hawkes always moved westward to unsettled frontier wilderness environments once inhabited by Indians. He may have constructed five or six frontier log cabins in various locations for his family before his final relocation to Utah valley. We explore Joseph Bryant Hawkes' life and his surprising connection to Joseph Smith, Jr., through America's history, follow his story and discover his courageous journey West across the plains. Be inspired by the strength of survival, valor, and fortitude for this great American ancestor who preceded us. Hopefully, this historic account helps you to understand the life of this great pioneer and the events which influenced his life.