Nelson, Charles E - CD-38799

Title

Nelson, Charles E - CD-38799

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 - 38799

Surname

Nelson

Given Name(s)

Charles E

Town or City of Residence

Fort Dodge

County of Residence

Webster

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

4 Jun 1873

Birthplace

Sweden

Enlistment Age

35

Civil Occupation

musician

Date of Enlistment

15 Jul 1908

Enlistment Unit

Band 56th Reg

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.

Citation

“Nelson, Charles E - CD-38799,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 27, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/58006.