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Hyrum Smith

Death by Force
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Hyrum Smith, a 44-year-old white male, was killed on June 27, 1844, in Carthage, Illinois. Hyrum, along with his brother Joseph Smith, the founder of the Latter Day Saint movement, was awaiting trial in Carthage Jail on charges of treason. The charges stemmed from their involvement in the destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor, a newspaper critical of the Smiths and their practices, including polygamy. The destruction of the press led to public outrage and legal charges against the Smith brothers a ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Hyrum Smith

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Carthage

    IL

    1844-06-27

    44

    Hyrum

    Smith

    11/10/2025

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