All but two of the handcart companies successfully completed the rugged journey, with relatively few problems and only a few deaths.

Many of the people on this journey became part of his handcart company.

With limited financial resources the family had to travel with a handcart company.

The handcart companies were organized using the handcarts and sleeping tents as the primary units.

The last two handcart companies of 1856 departed late from England.

Never again would a handcart company depart Florence later than July 7.

In 1859 one handcart company crossed the plains.

The last two handcart companies made the journey in 1860, again following the route through St. Joseph.

Instead, he joined the handcart company led by captain Willis.

Limits on funds led to innovative preparations and travel methods, including the establishment of handcart companies, to reduce expenses.