Opfer, Benjamin C - CD-18793
Title
Opfer, Benjamin C - CD-18793
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 - 18793
Surname
Opfer
Given Name(s)
Benjamin C
Town or City of Residence
Waukon
County of Residence
Allamakee
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
25 Apr 1886
Birthplace
Allamakee Co-IA
Enlistment Age
19
Civil Occupation
student
Date of Enlistment
9 Jun 1905
Enlistment Unit
Band 53rd Reg
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
brown
Weight
160lbs
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
“Opfer, Benjamin C - CD-18793,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed July 18, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/38119.