Born in Ireland_Son of Pat. Mortell_by occupation a Laborer_At the age of 19 years, on Aug. 6, 1862, enlisted for such a period as the Regiment had then to serve, in the 1st Reg. Massachusetts Cavalry Vols, Company “B”_Rank Private with no subsequent change {Single}.
He joined his Reg. at Hagerstown, Md. In Nov’r 1862, and thence forward participated in all its operations till discharged. Was wounded in the fight at Aldie, Va., {June} 14, 1863, in left arm above the elbow and in the {side} and taken prisoner. Taken to Richmond he was confined on Belle Isle. Was paroled 7 Aug. 1863, sent to Camp Parole, Annapolis, Md., and in due time returned to his Regiment.
Discharged and mustered out No. 7, 1864, by reason of expiration of term of service.
Died in Chicopee Jan 25 1875.
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