Sanford, Merrill E - CD-23173
Title
Sanford, Merrill E - CD-23173
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 - 23173
Surname
Sanford
Given Name(s)
Merrill E
Town or City of Residence
Sioux City
County of Residence
Woodbury
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
23 Feb 1879
Birthplace
MA
Enlistment Age
26
Civil Occupation
farmer
Date of Enlistment
18 Dec 1905
Enlistment Unit
Co H 56th Reg
Height
5ft 6in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
light 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
“Sanford, Merrill E - CD-23173,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 26, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/42483.