Why were Zoramites chosen as leaders in the war against the Nephites?

Thomas R. Valletta

“The Zoramites had likely been military leaders among the Nephites prior to their defection to the Lamanites. … In the same account, we learn that it was the Zoramite chief captains who had introduced shields, breastplates, and armor (thick clothing) to the Lamanites [see Alma 49:6]. These implements had aided the Nephites during previous battles against the Lamanites (e.g., Alma 43:19–21)” (Tvedtnes, “Book of Mormon Tribal Affiliation and Military Castes,” 320).

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