The Mountain Meadows Massacre, which took place on September 11, 1857, resulted in the deaths of 120 members of the Baker-Fancher wagon train during a violent conflict rooted in the Utah War, a clash between Mormon settlers and the US government. Following historical persecution of Mormons, Brigham Young declared martial law in Utah amid military presence from President James Buchanan. The wagon train, unaware of the rising tensions, defended themselves for five days before being lured into a fatal ambush, showcasing the deep mistrust and conflict in the region at the time.
The Mountain Meadows Massacre, the most infamous incident of the Utah War, led to the deaths of 120 members of the Baker-Fancher party traveling to California.
The massacre was a culmination of escalating tensions between the US government and Mormon settlers, exacerbated by perceived threats to their religious freedom.
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