Martyrdom Commemoration at Carthage

Remembering the day when Joseph and Hyrum Smith were killed in the Carthage jail 170 years ago, we gathered to honor the martyrs during the 2014 Martyrdom Commemoration.

During those times when words cannot adequately express emotions felt, photographs can often better convey the message……

martyrdom commemoration attendees photo by nauvoo photographer tom simpson

A quiet reverence permeated the audience as the large group of attendees filled the grounds near the old Carthage Jail and Visitors Center.

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Young Performing Missionaries give a special performance during the Joseph and Hyrum Smith Martyrdom Commemoration in Carthage.

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carthage jail with statue of joseph and hyrum smith

Statue of Joseph and Hyrum Smith stand on the grounds near the Historic Carthage Jail as attendees listen intently to the speakers.

joseph smith martyrdom commemoration speaker president gibbons photo by tom simpson

Nauvoo Mission President, Larry W. Gibbons, gives a stirring tribute of Joseph and Hyrum to the crowd attending the commemoration.

joseph smith martyrdom commemoration with riderless horses

Riderless horses pass by as a reminder of sobering days long ago.

 

For a more detailed historical account of the martyrdom, watch The Martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith (Joseph Smith Papers – Episode 49).

 

 

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