Cowan, Elmer R - CD-08440
Title
Cowan, Elmer R - CD-08440
Subject
U.S. military service; soldier induction records; World War I mobilization; World War II induction; Camp Dodge (Iowa)
Description
Personnel card documenting induction and processing information for a soldier at Camp Dodge, Iowa.
Identifier
CD - 08440
Surname
Cowan
Given Name(s)
Elmer R
Town or City of Residence
Winterset
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
4 June 1887
Birthplace
Jones Co-IA
Enlistment Age
22
Civil Occupation
farmer
Date of Enlistment
23 Feb 1910
Enlistment Unit
Co G 55th Reg
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
brown
Access Instructions
This item represents an index entry. The original records are held by the Iowa Genealogical Society Library and are not available online. Researchers may view the documents in person or request a digital or mailed copy from library staff. Service fees may apply.
Collection
Citation
“Cowan, Elmer R - CD-08440,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 25, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/27792.