Merckel, Carl W - CD-33986
Title
Merckel, Carl W - CD-33986
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 - 33986
Surname
Merckel
Given Name(s)
Carl W
Town or City of Residence
Charles City
County of Residence
Floyd
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
13 Jun 1880
Birthplace
Charles City-IA
Enlistment Age
22
Civil Occupation
druggist-pharmacist
Date of Enlistment
30 May 1903
Enlistment Unit
Co D 53rd Reg
Years of Enlistment
3
Date of Discharge
3 Nov 1904
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
dark brown
Hair Color
dark 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
“Merckel, Carl W - CD-33986,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed July 8, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/53254.