Norwegians in the Civil War
MATTESON, Marcus J.
WI Hv Arty Co A. Residence: Waterford, Wisconsin. Civil War: Age 20. Farmer. Unmarried. Dark eyes, dark hair, dark complexion, 5’7½”. Enlisted for three years on 16 May 1861 at Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Mustered 11 Jun 1861 at Madison, Wisconsin. Private. Mustered out in 6 Jul 1864 at Madison, Wisconsin, expiration of term of service. Sources: (WHS Series 1200 boxes 246-7; 247-2; red book vol 6)