Nelson, Ernest - CD-38817
Title
Nelson, Ernest - CD-38817
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 - 38817
Surname
Nelson
Given Name(s)
Ernest
Town or City of Residence
Fairfield
County of Residence
Jefferson
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
Uanstead-Sweden
Enlistment Age
30
Civil Occupation
blacksmith
Date of Enlistment
26 Jun 1916
Enlistment Unit
Co M 1st Inf
Next of Kin
bro-Edward Nelson
Height
5ft 7in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
light 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, Ernest - CD-38817,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 27, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/58024.