Perkins, Benjamin C - CD-19958

Title

Perkins, Benjamin C - CD-19958

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 - 19958

Surname

Perkins

Given Name(s)

Benjamin C

Town or City of Residence

Shenandoah

State of Residence

IA

Birthplace

Shenandoah-IA

Date of Enlistment

1 May 1917

Enlistment Unit

Co E 3rd Inf

Next of Kin

mom-Mrs J W Perkins-212 University Ave-Shenandoah-IA

Height

5ft 9in

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.

Citation

“Perkins, Benjamin C - CD-19958,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed July 12, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/39283.