Burgstrum, Earl W - CD-05938

Title

Burgstrum, Earl W - CD-05938

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 - 05938

Surname

Burgstrum

Given Name(s)

Earl W

Town or City of Residence

Chariton

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

20 Oct 1887

Birthplace

Lucas County-IA

Enlistment Age

19

Civil Occupation

laborer

Date of Enlistment

14 May 1907

Enlistment Unit

Co H 55th Reg

Height

5ft 7in

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.

Citation

“Burgstrum, Earl W - CD-05938,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 20, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/25291.