IA 15th Inf Co B. Residence: Des Moines, Iowa. Born in Sweden. Civil War: Age 24. Appointed Second Lieutenant 9 Nov 1861 and mustered on that day. Promoted to First Lieutenant on 24 May 1863. Promoted to Captain on 19 Jan 1863. Mustered out 16 May 1865, expiration of term of service. Sources: (ISW-II cd p91)
