Tyrrell Family History During Civil War

The video explores Ed O'Neill's maternal ancestry, focusing on the Tyrrell family who migrated from Ireland to Ohio during the Great Potato Famine. The family faced harsh conditions, with members working in coal mines and serving in the Union Army during the Civil War. Bridget Tyrrell, Ed's third great-grandmother, served as a nurse, highlighting the family's resilience and contributions during a tumultuous period in American history.

What event forced Bridget and James Tyrrell to leave Ireland?

• The American Revolution

• The Irish Civil War

• The Great Potato Famine

• The Industrial Revolution

In which industry did the Tyrrell family find work upon settling in Ohio?

• Railroad

• Coal mining

• Steel

• Textile

At what age did Thomas Tyrrell start working in the coal mines?

• 15

• 16

• 18

• 17

What major event engulfed the United States shortly after the Tyrrells settled in Ohio?

• The Spanish-American War

• The Mexican-American War

• The War of 1812

• The American Civil War

How old was Thomas Tyrrell when he volunteered for the Union Army?

• 20

• 17

• 18

• 19

What injury did Thomas Tyrrell sustain during the Civil War?

• Back injury

• Head injury

• Gunshot wound to the shoulder

• Leg fracture

What health issue did Thomas's brother James face after joining the army?

• Tuberculosis

• Pneumonia

• Heart condition

• Malaria

What role did Bridget Tyrrell take on during the Civil War?

• Nurse

• Teacher

• Cook

• Soldier

Where did Bridget Tyrrell serve as a nurse during the Civil War?

• New York

• Louisville, Kentucky

• Washington, D.C.

• Richmond, Virginia

What was the condition of the hospital where Bridget worked?

• Newly built and modern

• Overcrowded and under-resourced

• Abandoned and unused

• Well-equipped and spacious