O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866 1866 (Jan.- June) Diary of John O'Connell
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02830.58.02 Author/Creator: O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866 Place Written: Various Places Type: Diary Date: January 1866 - June 1866 Pagination: Order a Copy
Most entries in Fort Yuma. There is a photocopy of a description about Yuma inserted inside the front cover. Describes the weather and landscape. Mentions fellow officers. On April 4th, one of the officers was killed by the Apaches. Back features letter to the captain in which McElhone is recognized for his gallantry in the battle of Gains Mills, VA. He recommends a promotion.
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