Mercer, Robert E - CD-33979
Title
Mercer, Robert E - CD-33979
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 - 33979
Surname
Mercer
Given Name(s)
Robert E
Town or City of Residence
Mason City
County of Residence
Cerro Gordo
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
20 Jul 1880
Birthplace
Fulton Co-IL
Enlistment Age
36
Civil Occupation
musician
Date of Enlistment
21 Feb 1916
Enlistment Unit
Band 2nd Reg
Years of Enlistment
3
Date of Discharge
15 Jun 1916
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
dark
Eye Color
dark
Hair Color
dark
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, Robert E - CD-33979,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed July 8, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/53247.