John Taylor (Mormon)
John Taylor (November 1, 1808 – July 25, 1887) was the third president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) from 1880 to 1887. He is the only president of the LDS Church to have been born outside of the United States.
Read more about John Taylor (Mormon): Early Life, Early Church Service, Nauvoo, Migration To Utah, Government Positions, Mission President, Utah Economic Development, Musical Ability, Actions As Church President, Death, Family, Works
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