Nelson, Alfred - CD-38778
Title
Nelson, Alfred - CD-38778
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 - 38778
Surname
Nelson
Given Name(s)
Alfred
Town or City of Residence
Corning
County of Residence
Adams
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
8 Feb 1892
Birthplace
Sweden
Enlistment Age
21
Civil Occupation
shoemaker
Date of Enlistment
17 Dec 1913
Enlistment Unit
Co K 55th Reg
Height
5ft 6in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
grey
Hair Color
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
“Nelson, Alfred - CD-38778,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 27, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/57985.