Bordwell, Benjamin H - CD-04189

Title

Bordwell, Benjamin H - CD-04189

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 - 04189

Surname

Bordwell

Given Name(s)

Benjamin H

Town or City of Residence

Vinton

County of Residence

Benton

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

22 Aug 1887

Birthplace

Benton Co-IA

Enlistment Age

18

Civil Occupation

laborer

Date of Enlistment

22 May 1906

Enlistment Unit

Co G 53rd Reg

Height

5ft 8in

Complexion

light

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

light

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

“Bordwell, Benjamin H - CD-04189,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 14, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/23558.