Benson, James Albert - CD-03088

Title

Benson, James Albert - CD-03088

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 - 03088

Surname

Benson

Given Name(s)

James Albert

Town or City of Residence

Vinton

County of Residence

Benton

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

10 Feb 1878

Birthplace

IA

Enlistment Age

25

Civil Occupation

farmer

Date of Enlistment

27 May 1903

Enlistment Unit

Co G 53rd Reg

Height

5ft 11in

Complexion

fair

Eye Color

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.

Citation

“Benson, James Albert - CD-03088,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 1, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/22463.