Best, Merlyn V - CD-03295
Title
Best, Merlyn V - CD-03295
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 - 03295
Surname
Best
Given Name(s)
Merlyn V
Town or City of Residence
Webster City
County of Residence
Hamilton
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
Webster City-IA
Enlistment Age
23
Civil Occupation
registered druggist
Date of Enlistment
28 May 1917
Enlistment Unit
2nd Inf Band
Next of Kin
fath-George W Best-Webster City-IA
Height
5ft 8in
Complexion
light
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.
Collection
Citation
“Best, Merlyn V - CD-03295,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 2, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/22668.