Buckles, Silas A - CD-05711

Title

Buckles, Silas A - CD-05711

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 - 05711

Surname

Buckles

Given Name(s)

Silas A

Town or City of Residence

Knoxville

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

14 Jul 1865

Birthplace

IL

Enlistment Age

36

Civil Occupation

laborer

Date of Enlistment

16 Oct 1902

Enlistment Unit

Co D 51st Reg

Height

5ft 6in

Complexion

dark

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

black

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

“Buckles, Silas A - CD-05711,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 19, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/25064.