Riley, William J - CD-21778
Title
Riley, William J - CD-21778
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 - 21778
Surname
Riley
Given Name(s)
William J
Town or City of Residence
Des Moines
County of Residence
Polk
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
18 Jul 1887
Birthplace
Polk Co-IA
Enlistment Age
22
Civil Occupation
motorman
Number of Enlistments
1st
2nd
2nd
Date of Enlistment
12 Feb 1906
2 Aug 1909
2 Aug 1909
Enlistment Unit
Co F 55th Inf
Co F 55th Inf
Co F 55th Inf
Years of Enlistment
3
Date of Discharge
12 Feb 1909
Complexion
medium
Eye Color
hazel
Hair Color
dark brown
Weight
135lbs
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
“Riley, William J - CD-21778,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed March 6, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/41090.