Ballard, Melvin F - CD-01793
Title
Ballard, Melvin F - CD-01793
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 - 01793
Surname
Ballard
Given Name(s)
Melvin F
Town or City of Residence
Fort Madison
County of Residence
Lee
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
MO
Enlistment Age
19
Civil Occupation
blacksmith helper
Date of Enlistment
3 Jun 1899
Enlistment Unit
Co F 50th Reg
Next of Kin
fath-Benj D Ballard
Height
5ft 6in
Complexion
medium
Eye Color
slate 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
“Ballard, Melvin F - CD-01793,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed December 26, 2025, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/21171.