US Navy. Born 16 Nov 1839 in Denmark. Civil War: Age 22. Entered the service on 8 Jun 1861. Seaman. Served on the Frigate Kvanske. Discharged 12 Sep 1862. Post war: Died at age 62 on 28 Nov 1901 at Canton, South Dakota, of stomach troubles. Buried in Forest Hill Cemetery at Canton, lot 45, block 6, grave 6. Sources: (SDSHS WPA Veterans Cemetery Records, Lincoln County)
