
What is recorded here
James O'Connor is a birthplace in Cóbh, County Cork, Ireland. Perhaps the Catholic bishop emerged from that coastal air in 1823, carrying salt and storm into every chamber he later entered. Maybe his childhood streets still hum with the quiet confidence of a boy who learned to listen before he learned to speak.
Why this person is known: Catholic bishop (1823–1891)
- Birthplace
- Cóbh
Places near here
Romahouse · 48 yd
The Palacebishop's palace · 64 yd
Cobh Tourist OfficeVisitor information · 105 yd
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Saint Colman's Cathedral, CobhCathedral · 246 yd
Ordnance Ground, Admiralty PropertyBastioned fort · 1312 ydOther information
Photo: John Gilmary Shea is the author of the book · Public domain