MN Mounted Rangers, 1st Regiment, Co B. Residence: Lake Prairie, Nicollet County, Minnesota. Born in Norway. Civil War: Age 18. Enrolled 11 Oct 1862. Mustered 29 Oct 1862. Private. Served in Indian and Civil wars. Discharged from the service for disability 17 Apr 1863. Sources: (MINN p642) (MCIW p528)