Norwegians in the Civil War
ANDERSON, John A.
MN 3rd Inf Co D. Residence: Red Wing, Goodhue County, Minnesota. Norwegian, born in Norway; military records list Sweden. Civil War: Age 21. Enrolled 16 Oct 1861. Mustered 4 Nov 1861. Private. Was in both Indian and Civil wars. Promoted to Corporal. Discharged from the service on expiration of term. Sources: (MINN p137) (MCIW p184) (Ulvestad p262) (DCHS)