John Whitmer (August 27, 1802 – July 11, 1878) was an early leader in the Latter Day Saint movement. He was one of the Eight Witnesses of the Book of Mormon's Golden Plates. He was also the first official Church Historian and a member of the presidency of the church in Missouri.
Read more about John Whitmer: Foundation of The Latter Day Saint Movement, Leader of The Church in Missouri, Whitmer's Excommunication, Whitmer Returns To Far West, Scholars Honor John Whitmer, Whitmer's Manuscript
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