James Stephens Brown

James Stephens Brown (July 4, 1828 – March 25, 1902 ) was an American prospector who was influential in the discovery of gold at Sutter's Mill in California. He was also a member of the Mormon Battalion, a missionary, notable writer and speaker, and a prolific husband and father

Life and career James Stephens Brown was born July 4, 1828, in Davidson County, North Carolina, to Daniel Brown and Elizabeth Stephens.

In 1844 he was converted to "Mormonism" along with the rest of his family,

Marriage and children Brown married four wives.

Published works Life of a Pioneer: Being the Autobiography of James S. Brown.

California Gold: an authentic history of the first find