Norwegians in the Civil War
HANSEN, Charles O.
WI 18th Inf Co B. Residence: Decator, Green County, Wisconsin. Born in Norway. Civil War: Printer. Age 19. Blue eyes, auburn hair, light complexion, 5’7”. Volunteer recruit. Enlisted for one year on 6 Feb 1865 at Janesville, Wisconsin. Mustered 20 Feb 1865 at Madison, Wisconsin. Bounty $100. Private. This was his second enlistment. Previously he served in the 86th O. V. I. Sources: (WHS Series 1200 box 92-1; red book vol 23)