The state of Deseret flag still flies over Salt Lake City

In 1849, Brigham Young selected Ensign Peak to raise the banner of the Kingdom of God of the State of Deseret.

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The Flag of Utah, American Flag and Deseret Flag at Ensign Peak Nature Park Wednesday July 1, 2015.

Chris Detrick | The Salt Lake Tribune The Flag of Utah, American Flag and Deseret Flag at Ensign Peak Nature Park Wednesday July 1, 2015.

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