MN Bracket’s Battalion Cav Co B. Residence: Jackson, Jackson County, Minnesota. Born in Norway. Civil War: Age 21. Enrolled 1 Nov 1861. Mustered the same day. Private. Served in Indian and Civil wars. Promoted to Corporal. Promoted to Sergeant. Discharged from the service on expiration of term, 4 Nov 1864. Post war: “Haws Johnson” of Red Wing, Goodhue County, Minnesota, was granted a pension of $5.33 1/3 a month because of a gun shot wound to his right thigh. Sources: (MINN p691) (MCIW p588) (Pension List 1882-3, Vol 4 p546)
