This work presents a brilliant character study of David W. Patten, a prominent personality in the LDS community. He was a leader in the Latter-Day Saint movement and an earliest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Patten was killed at the Battle of Crooked River and is referred to as the first apostolic martyr. This well-written biography presents an unbiased history of Patten and sheds light on the concept of martyrdom.

There are many Prophets from the Bible and Book of Mormon that rise up as beacons to many as noble and great in their service and sacrifice to our Savior. Numbered among the great ones are Joseph & Hyrum Smith and many materials are available to document their contributions to the restoration of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. This material is resurrected to retain the memory of another great leader that should be remembered and who should also be a beacon unto the world as a true servant of our Lord and Savior - even Jesus Christ. David Wyman Patten was selected by the Three called to establish the Twelve Apostles of the newly restored church. The twelve selected were then set in order by their birth dates from the oldest to the youngest. The first three were Thomas B. Marsh, David W. Patten and Brigham Young. Brother Patten was killed in the Battle of Crooked Creek before Thomas Marsh was excommunicated which passed the leadership of the twelve to Brigham Young. This work is as originally published in 1900 to include grammar and spelling that is consistent with language of that day.

"Life of David W. Patten" is a biographical account written through Lycurgus A. Wilson, losing mild at the compelling and regularly unnoticed lifestyles of David W. Patten, a distinguished parent inside the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). Wilson's work offers an insightful exploration of Patten's life, faith, and contributions to the improvement of Mormonism. David W. Patten, a member of the original Quorum of the Twelve Apostles inside the LDS Church, played a critical role inside the church's early years. Wilson's biography delves into Patten's conversion to the faith, his missionary efforts, and his unwavering commitment to the principles of Mormonism, even in the face of persecution and hassle. One of the highlights of the book is its detailed account of Patten's participation in vast activities, inclusive of the Zion's Camp expedition and the early days of the Kirtland Temple. Patten's devotion to Joseph Smith, his leadership in the church, and his ultimate martyrdom in the course of the Missouri struggle are vital themes in the biography. "Life of David W. Patten" serves as a valuable historical aid, providing readers with a deeper information of the demanding situations and triumphs experienced via early Latter-day Saints.

This work presents a brilliant character study of David W. Patten, a prominent personality in the LDS community. He was a leader in the Latter-Day Saint movement and an earliest member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Patten was killed at the Battle of Crooked River and is referred to as the first apostolic martyr. This well-written biography presents an unbiased history of Patten and sheds light on the concept of martyrdom.

David Wyman Patten was selected by the Three called to establish the Twelve Apostles of the newly restored church. The twelve selected were then set in order by their birth dates from the oldest to the youngest. The first three were Thomas B. Marsh, David W. Patten and Brigham Young. After the excommunication of Thomas B. Marsh, Brother Patten became the President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.