The citizens of Hancock County are furious that Joseph Smith ordered the destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor Press.

In order to protect the city from their increased attacks and threats, Joseph declares the city under martial law.

The citizens of Hancock County are furious that Joseph Smith ordered the destruction of the Nauvoo Expositor Press. In order to protect the city from their increased attacks and threats, Joseph declares the city under martial law.

Episode 5 - A Declaration of Martial Law

The story of how Joseph Smith, the prophet and founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, was murdered in jail. This serial podcast combines drama and history. It pulls from numerous books and source materials to tell the story of religious refugees fighting for their safety, and of Joseph Smith’s murder on the American frontier.

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Episode 5 - A Declaration of Martial Law

Episode 5 - A Declaration of Martial Law