Bensley, Helda - CD-03071

Title

Bensley, Helda - CD-03071

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 - 03071

Surname

Bensley

Given Name(s)

Helda

Town or City of Residence

Delhi

State of Residence

IA

Birthplace

Delhi-IA

Enlistment Age

30

Civil Occupation

blacksmith apprentice

Date of Enlistment

30 Mar 1917

Next of Kin

mom-Kate Bensley

Height

5ft 8in

Complexion

medium

Eye Color

grey

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.

Citation

“Bensley, Helda - CD-03071,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 1, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/22446.