Mormon settlement

The Mormon settlement refers to the movement of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) into specific areas, notably in Utah, during the mid-1800s. Facing religious persecution in the eastern U.S., Mormon leaders led thousands westward to establish a community where they could practice their faith freely. They settled in Utah and surrounding regions, developing agricultural, social, and economic structures. This migration played a significant role in the expansion of the American West, shaping regional development and marking a key chapter in Mormon history.