Nelson, Walter F - CD-38920
Title
Nelson, Walter F - CD-38920
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 - 38920
Surname
Nelson
Given Name(s)
Walter F
Town or City of Residence
Libertyville
County of Residence
Jefferson
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
4 Feb 1896
Birthplace
Jefferson Co-IA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
farmer
Date of Enlistment
8 May 1914
Enlistment Unit
Co M 54th Reg
Next of Kin
fath-CA Nelson
Height
5ft 8in
Complexion
light
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.
Collection
Citation
“Nelson, Walter F - CD-38920,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 26, 2026, https://buroakvault.org/items/show/58124.