No Man Knows My History: The Life of Joseph Smith
Who is Governor Thomas Ford from No Man Knows My History: The Life of Joseph Smith and what is their importance?
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Governor Thomas Ford was called on to be the candidate for the Democrats to be governor of Illinois when the intended candidate died unexpectedly. Ford had no connections with the Mormons and was under no obligations to help or hinder them. For this reason, he was elected Governor of Illinois.