Sampson Avard
Sampson Avard | |
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Sampson Avard was one of the founders and leaders of the secret militia force known as the Mormon Danites in the Missouri Mormon War of 1838 | |
| Born | October 23, 1800 or 1803 St Peter's, Guernsey, UK |
| Died | April 15, 1869 (age 69-72) |
| Citizenship | British, American |
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| Employer(s) | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, self-employed |
| Known for | Being one of the founders and leaders of the Mormon Danites in 1838 |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints |
| Service | Mormon militia |
| Years of service | 1838 |
| Unit | Mormon Danites |
| Commands | Mormon Danites commander |
| Battles / wars | Missouri Mormon War
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Sampson Avard (October 23, 1800 – April 15, 1869) was one of the founders and leaders of the Mormon vigilantes known as the Danites, which existed in Missouri during the Missouri Mormon War in 1838.