Michael P. O'Connor facts for kids
For the Michael Patrick O'Connor who was an Irish doctor, author and broadcaster, see Michael P. O'Connor (writer)
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Michael Patrick O'Connor
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Frontispiece of 1882's Memorial Addresses on the Life and Character of Michael P. O'Connor, a Representative from South Carolina
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from South Carolina's 2nd district |
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| In office March 4, 1879 – April 26, 1881 |
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| Preceded by | Richard H. Cain |
| Succeeded by | Edmund W.M. Mackey |
| Member of the South Carolina House of Representatives from St. Philip's and St. Michael's Parish | |
| In office November 22, 1858 – December 23, 1864 |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | September 29, 1831 Beaufort, South Carolina |
| Died | April 26, 1881 (aged 49) Charleston, South Carolina |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | St. John's College |
| Profession | Attorney, politician |
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| Allegiance |  Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service |  Confederate States Army |
| Years of service | 1861-1865 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
Michael Patrick O'Connor (September 29, 1831 – April 26, 1881) was an important politician from South Carolina. He served as a U.S. Representative in the United States Congress.
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Early Life and Education
Michael Patrick O'Connor was born in Beaufort, South Carolina, on September 29, 1831. He went to public schools as a child. In 1850, he graduated from St. John's College in Fordham, New York.
After college, he decided to become a lawyer. He studied law and was allowed to practice it in 1854. He then started his own law office in Charleston, South Carolina.
Service During the Civil War
During the American Civil War, Michael O'Connor joined the military. He served as a lieutenant in the Lafayette Light Artillery. This was a part of the Confederate army.
Political Journey
Michael O'Connor had a long career in politics. From 1858 to 1866, he was a member of the South Carolina House of Representatives. This is like a state-level parliament.
He also attended the Democratic Party's big meetings. These were called Democratic National Conventions. He was a delegate in both 1872 and 1876. At these meetings, he helped choose the party's candidate for president.
Serving in Congress
Michael O'Connor tried to get elected to the U.S. Congress a few times. He ran in 1874 and 1876 but did not win. However, he was finally elected as a Democrat to the Forty-sixth Congress. He started his term on March 4, 1879.
He was also chosen to serve in the Forty-seventh Congress. But he sadly passed away before he could start that term. He died in Charleston, South Carolina, on April 26, 1881. He was buried in St. Lawrence Cemetery.
