Ostrum, Nels - CD-18942
Title
Ostrum, Nels - CD-18942
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 - 18942
Surname
Ostrum
Given Name(s)
Nels
Town or City of Residence
Algona
County of Residence
Kossuth
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
16 Dec 1879
Birthplace
Sweden
Enlistment Age
23
Civil Occupation
laborer
Date of Enlistment
14 Jan 1903
Enlistment Unit
Band 56th Reg
Height
6ft 1in
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
“Ostrum, Nels - CD-18942,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed July 18, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/38268.