What factor helped President Buchanan’s decision to send troops to Utah end peacefully?

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Thomas Kane was trusted by both the Mormons and the government.
Thomas Kane was trusted by both the Mormons and the government.

About 30,000 Mormons left Salt Lake City and traveled to Provo and beyond.
About 30,000 Mormons left Salt Lake City and traveled to Provo and beyond.

Alfred was sympathetic and a friend of Brigham Young’s.
Alfred was sympathetic and a friend of Brigham Young’s.

The U.S. troops established Camp Floyd.

Answer 1

The factor that helped President Buchanan’s decision to send troops to Utah end peacefully was:

Thomas Kane was trusted by both the Mormons and the government.

Thomas Kane played a crucial role as a mediator, facilitating communication and easing tensions between the Mormons and the federal government.