Joseph Smith, Jr. (b. 1805; d. 1844) founds the Mormon Church in Fayette, NY.
The Church a.k.a. The Church of Latter Day Saints (LDS) is now based in Utah.
Brigham Young (b. 1801; d. 1877) emerged as a central figure, and a highly controversial one. He was president of the movement from 1847 until his death…. Founder of Salt Lake City and first governor of Utah. The centerpiece Mormon university, Brigham Young University was established in 1875… 34,000+ students in 2008.