Benton, Earl A - CD-03122
Title
Benton, Earl A - CD-03122
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 - 03122
Surname
Benton
Given Name(s)
Earl A
Town or City of Residence
Webster City
County of Residence
Hamilton
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
13 Jan 1890
Birthplace
McLean Co-IL
Enlistment Age
21
Civil Occupation
plumber
Date of Enlistment
23 Apr 1911
Enlistment Unit
Co C 56th Reg
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
sandy
Eye Color
grey
Hair Color
light
Weight
170lbs
Identifying Marks
index finger tip scarred-powerpress accident
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
“Benton, Earl A - CD-03122,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 1, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/22497.