Sherman L. Fleek

Sherman L. Fleek is an American historian and the author of several books and articles about Mormon history, particularly about the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico. He has served as the director of the LDS Church History Library, and is a professor emeritus of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University.

Sherman L. Fleek is best known for his research and writing on the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, particularly its history in Mexico. He has contributed greatly to the understanding of the early Mormon settlements in Mexico and the interactions between the Mormon community and the Mexican government.

Sherman L. Fleek has written several books, including "Mormonism in Mexico: A History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Mexico, 1875-1912" and "The A to Z of the Mormons: From Joseph Smith to the Latter-day Saints Church in Mexico." These books provide valuable insights into the history and development of the Mormon Church in Mexico.

Sherman L. Fleek received his bachelor's degree in History from Brigham Young University and his master's degree and Ph.D. from Stanford University. He specialized in American and Mexican history during his studies and has continued to focus on these areas throughout his career.

Yes, Sherman L. Fleek has received recognition for his contributions to Mormon history. He was awarded the Evans Biography Award by the Mountain West Center for his book "David Eccles: Pioneer Western Industrialist" and received the T. Edgar Lyon Best Article Award from the Mormon History Association for his article "The Kingdom of God in Mexico: A History of Mormon Origins in Mexico, 1875-1912." His work has been well-received by scholars in the field.