IA 52nd Inf Co K. Born 15 Jan 1875 at Sagne, Norway. Spanish-American War: Age 23. Entered service 23 Jun 1898. Private. Discharged 30 Oct 1898. Post war: Married Inga. Died 1 Oct 1936 of chronic nephritis and is buried at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Watertown, South Dakota, Section T, block T, grave 79. Sources: (SDSHS, WPA Veterans Graves Registration, Codington County)