He is often quoted as saying, "This is the place." as he entered Salt Lake Valley. However the actual quote is, "It is enough. This is the right place. Drive on."
Whether he actually said this is a matter of debate.
He loved education! Hence Brigham Young Universities. :D
Brigham Young University
Brigham Young and his great-great-great grandson, Steve Young. lol
Yes. There was a movie made about Brigham Young (Titled: Brigham Young).
Brigham Young's full name was Brigham Young.
Brigham Young's full name was Brigham Young. He didn't have a middle name.
Brigham Young loved Utah.
No, Brigham Young was not an abolitionist. Brigham Young believed that slavery could not be abolished until the second coming of the Lord.
Brigham Young has been called "The American Moses".
Brigham Young University's mascot is the cougar.
Brigham Young grew up in Vermont, USA.
Brigham Young was born on June 1, 1801.