Norwegians in the Civil War
BAKER, John F.
IL 45th Inf Co K. Residence: Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Born in Norway. Civil War: Blacksmith. Age 21. Gray eyes, light hair, light complexion, 5’5½”. Enlisted for three years on 24 Aug 1864 at Chicago as a substitute for Robert Strohs. Mustered the same day. Private. Never reported to K Company. No discharge given by K Company. Mustered out 12 Jul 1865 at Louisville, Kentucky. Sources: (ILSA reel 4 p54)