Norwegians in the Civil War
OLESON, Andrew
MN Brackett’s Cavalry Battalion Co B. Residence: Jackson, Jackson County, Minnesota. Born in Norway. Civil War: Age 40. Enrolled 22 Oct 1861. Mustered the same day. Private. Served in Indian and Civil wars. Died 2 Jul 1862 in a hospital at St. Louis, Missouri. Sources: (MINN p662) (MCIW p589)