Opfer, Edward G - CD-18794

Title

Opfer, Edward G - CD-18794

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 - 18794

Surname

Opfer

Given Name(s)

Edward G

Town or City of Residence

Waukon

County of Residence

Allamakee

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

21 Jul 1880

Birthplace

Allamakee Co-IA

Enlistment Age

26

Civil Occupation

farmer

Date of Enlistment

6 Apr 1907

Enlistment Unit

Band 53rd Reg

Height

6ft 1in

Complexion

fair

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

light brown

Weight

180lbs

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.

Citation

“Opfer, Edward G - CD-18794,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed July 18, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/38120.