WI 17th Inf. Residence: Clifton, Monroe County, Wisconsin. Born in Norway. Civil War: Farmer. Age 25. Blue eyes, brown hair, flush complexion, 5’8½”. Drafted. Enrolled for one year on 20 Sep 1864 at La Crosse, Wisconsin. Mustered the same day. Private. Sources: (WHS Series 1200 box 87-13)
