MN Mounted Rangers, 1st Regiment Co K. Residence; Blue Earth City, Faribault County, Minnesota. Born in Norway. Civil War: Age 24. Enrolled 1 Nov 1862. Mustered 10 Dec 1862. Private. Served in Indian and Civil wars. Discharged from the service with his company, 10 Dec 1863. Sources: (MINN p673) (MCIW p539)