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Joseph Smith Papers

Liberty Jail, Missouri

Liberty Jail

Still life photograph depicting early edition copies of the scriptures and 19th century manuscripts.  Other objects including keys, a pocket watch and a feather pen are lying next to the manuscript pages.

Scriptures. Book of Mormon

Arrested and charged with treason, Joseph Smith was incarcerated in a series of Missouri jails to await trial. This episode explores Joseph's experience in Liberty Jail-why he was there, what he endured, and how the experience changed him.

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Liberty Jail

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