1866 (Jan.- June) Diary of John O'Connell

O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866 1866 (Jan.- June) Diary of John O'Connell

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GLC#
GLC02830.58.02-View header record
Type
Journals & Diaries
Date
January 1866 - June 1866
Author/Creator
O'Connell, John D., fl. 1861-1866
Title
1866 (Jan.- June) Diary of John O'Connell
Place Written
Various Places
Pagination
Primary time period
Civil War and Reconstruction, 1861-1877
Sub-Era
The American Civil War

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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