Mercer, Ralph Paul - CD-33978
Title
Mercer, Ralph Paul - CD-33978
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 - 33978
Surname
Mercer
Given Name(s)
Ralph Paul
Town or City of Residence
Burlington
County of Residence
Des Moines
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
6 Nov 1884
Birthplace
IA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
clerk
Date of Enlistment
30 May 1903
Enlistment Unit
Co F 59th Reg
Years of Enlistment
3
Date of Discharge
30 May 1903
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
dark
Eye Color
brown
Hair Color
black
Additional Notes
newly acquired business prevents attending military duties
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
“Mercer, Ralph Paul - CD-33978,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed July 8, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/53246.