25 January 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He refers to a promise she made without asking but does not say what it is. He has a strong appreciation of her worth and takes a great interest in her welfare.

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10 February 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He hasn't had much time lately but he spends what little time he has thinking of Mary. He is sorry she is sick and hopes she recovers soon.

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20 February 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He is sorry to hear that she is so indisposed. He can only hope she will recover soon.

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23 February 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He says military is a trade that cannot be learned in a day. For most of the rest of the letter he expresses concern over her sickness and hopes she recovers soon.

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12 March 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He hasn't had time to write. They have been so busy. He notes she will not write until she hears from him.

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21 March 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He has very little time to write. He will write more when this expedition is over. She shouldn't write until she hears from him.

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30 March 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He hopes the day he can again hear from her is not far away. He needs to know that she has completely recovered. Written near Fort Monroe, Virginia.

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1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

The weather is good and everyone is in in good spirits. He happy but wishes to know if she has completly recovered. Was written near Hampton, Virginia.

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7 April 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

There is not comfortable place to write. The weather is erratic. He never knows what to write that will interest her. He regrets losing the locket she gave him.Written near Yorktown, Virginia

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12 April 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He says he will soon have fun. He hopes everyone is well. Written near Yorktown, Virginia

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19 April 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

He has not forgotten her but he reiterates that there is nowhere he can write a proper letter. He sometimes sees a relation of hers. He remembers a Mr. Prue, whom he spent pleasant times with in St. Louis.Written near Yorktown, Virginia

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25 April 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to Miss Mary

There has been little change but you never know what might happen. She will probably read about it in the papers. He asks how his lady acquaintances are. Written near Yorktown, Virginia

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26 April 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Gal (Mary)

He says one day she will wake up and read the paper and find out where they are and what they they are doing. He has only had two letters since being in the field. Written near Yorktown, Virginia

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29 April 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

A Dr. Powers is mentioned. Jeff Banarsky is also mentioned as someone he does not like or admire. Written near Yorktown, Virginia

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2 May 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

He encloses a note, not included here, to be given to his mother in the event he killed. Written near Yorktown, Virginia

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24 May 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

He says they never know the movements and are never told where they are marching until they get there. He thinks they will move tonight. The weather is warm.

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16 June 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

There was a big battle going on at Fair Oaks but they did not have the opportunity to participate. The summer is warm, warmer than any place he has been before.

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4 July 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

They have been in 2 battles since he last wrote. They fought gallantly but suffered a lot. Was written near Jamestown, Virginia.

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29 July 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

He is sending her some valuable papers to look after until he returns. If anything happens, she should give them to his mother.

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9 August 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

He is sending her a package to look after until he asks for it. If anything happens, she should give it to his mother.

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19 October 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

They carry no reporters with them, and thus there is nothing about them in the papers. He heard a good sermon in church. He sent her some music.

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15 November 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

He received a letter from his sister consoling him over the loss of his younger brother who was killed in battle. The removal of Gen. McClellan has caused some excitement. He finally got the locket from her.

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26 November 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

He wishes he could see her play the harp or the piano. He wishes he could spend Christmas with her. Many of his juniors have been promoted but he remains a captain. Written near Fredericksburg, Virginia.

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7 December 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

He wrote to her mother telling her how much he has enjoyed spending time in their home. He fears there is no chance for promotion. It seems Miss R does not dislike him anymore.

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17 December 1862

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866

Autograph letter signed

Title: to My Dear Mary

He just fought in the battle of Fredricksburg but came out well. Her cousin David Hancock joined the regiment just before the battle. He heard her brother has joiend the navy. Written near Fredericksburg, Virginia.

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