But with Young and the others in Europe, Smith recovered his earlier prestige and authority. Meanwhile, the missionaries found many willing converts in Great Britain, often poor factory workers. These first trickled, then flooded, into Nauvoo, raising Smith's spirits.
As Smith's fortunes improved with the success of Young and others in Europe, he regained his earlier status and influence. The missionaries also found many willing converts in Great Britain, mostly poor factory workers who were eager to join their movement. As these early followers arrived in Nauvoo, Smith's spirits lifted.