Nelson, Otto H - CD-38900
Title
Nelson, Otto H - CD-38900
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 - 38900
Surname
Nelson
Given Name(s)
Otto H
Town or City of Residence
Centerville
County of Residence
Appanoose
State of Residence
iA
Birth Date
20 May 1880
Birthplace
IA
Enlistment Age
24
Civil Occupation
soda bottler
Date of Enlistment
28 May 1904
Enlistment Unit
Band 55th Reg
Height
5ft 8in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
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, Otto H - CD-38900,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 26, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/58104.