Thomas E. O'Donnell
American activist
About Thomas E. O'Donnell
Lived 1841 – 1875 (aged 33–34).
Thomas E. O'Donnell (c. 1841 – c. 1875) was one of the driving forces in the New York City draft riots, when he was 22 years old. He was a public opponent of the draft, so he was promptly arrested. Though his jail time is unknown, it is known that he died at age 34 due to heart problems.
He is best represented in The Devil's Own Work: The Civil War Draft Riots and the Fight to Reconstruct America.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Thomas E. O'Donnell?
American activist (1841–1875)
When was Thomas E. O'Donnell born?
Thomas E. O'Donnell was born in 1841.
When did Thomas E. O'Donnell die?
Thomas E. O'Donnell died in 1875.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Thomas E. O'Donnell
· DBpedia: Thomas E. O'Donnell (draft opponent)
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