According to the 1850 census, Patrick was born about 1820 in Ireland.
1840Census
Jefferson County
Patrick may have been enumerated in Anna Walsh's household in the 1840 Federal Census. Patrick would have fallen under the "Male - 15 & under 20" bracket. We believe that this Anna may be Honora.
July 24, 1850Census
Harpers Ferry
Patrick was living in his oldest brother's household in the 28th District (Harpers Ferry) of Jefferson County, West Virginia.