Balch, Newell M - CD-01691

Title

Balch, Newell M - CD-01691

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 - 01691

Surname

Balch

Given Name(s)

Newell M

Town or City of Residence

Des Moines

County of Residence

Polk

State of Residence

IA

Birthplace

WI

Enlistment Age

36

Civil Occupation

farmer

Date of Enlistment

22 Apr 1898

Enlistment Unit

Co H 3rd Reg

Height

5ft 6in

Complexion

fair

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

“Balch, Newell M - CD-01691,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed December 26, 2025, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/21070.