Bales, Homer - CD-01741
Title
Bales, Homer - CD-01741
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 - 01741
Surname
Bales
Given Name(s)
Homer
Town or City of Residence
Des Moines
County of Residence
Polk
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
Des Moines-IA
Enlistment Age
20
Civil Occupation
plumber
Date of Enlistment
16 Jul 1900
Enlistment Unit
Co A 51st Reg
Next of Kin
mom-Mary E Bales
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
“Bales, Homer - CD-01741,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed December 26, 2025, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/21120.