Norwegians in the Civil War
SALVESON, Hans
WI 10th Inf Co K. Residence: St. Lawrence, Waupace County, Wisconsin. Born in Norway. Civil War: Mason. Age 30. Blue eyes, brown hair, light complexion, 5’5½” (or 5’9½”). Enlisted for three years on 3 Dec 1863 at St. Lawrence, Wisconsin. Bounty $300. Mustered into service 4 Dec 1863. Private. Joined K Company on 18 Jan 1864. Statement with muster roll of 12 Oct 1864 reads “Received notice of drowning.” (The word “drowning” may be “drawing”.) Sources: (WHS Series 1200 box 48)