MN 2nd Cav Co B. Residence: Lake Prairie, Nicollet County, Minnesota. Born in Norway. Civil War: Age 19. Enrolled 16 Nov 1863. Mustered 24 Dec 1863. Private. Served in Indian and Civil wars. Discharged from the service with his company, 1 Dec 1865. Sources: (MINN p715) (MCIW p555)