Schaefer, Wilbur L - CD-23317
Title
Schaefer, Wilbur L - CD-23317
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 - 23317
Surname
Schaefer
Given Name(s)
Wilbur L
Town or City of Residence
West Burlington
County of Residence
Des Moines
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
28 Nov 1888
Birthplace
Des Moines Co-IA
Enlistment Age
19
Civil Occupation
machinist
Date of Enlistment
22 Jun 1908
Enlistment Unit
Co H 54th Reg
Next of Kin
fath-Otto Schaefer
Height
5ft 8in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
light
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
“Schaefer, Wilbur L - CD-23317,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 26, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/42627.