MN 2nd Cav Co B. Residence: Lake Prairie, Nicollet County, Minnesota. Born in Norway. Civil War: Age 18. Enrolled 16 Nov 1863. Mustered 24 Dec 1863. Private. Served in Indian and Civil wars. Discharged from the service per order 28 Dec 1865. Sources: (MINN p716) (MCIW p555)