Norwegians in the Civil War
PAULSON, John C.
IL 74th Inf Co G. Residence: Laona, Winnebago County, Illinois. Born in Norway. Civil War: Farmer. Age 19. Unmarried. Blue eyes, light hair, light complexion, 6’2”. Enlisted for three years on 9 Aug 1862 at Durand, Illinois. Mustered 4 Sep 1862 at Rockford, Illinois. Private. Discharged from the service for disability 20 Mar 1863. Sources: (ILSA reel 7 p60)