Carlson, Chester R - CD-06738

Title

Carlson, Chester R - CD-06738

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 - 06738

Surname

Carlson

Given Name(s)

Chester R

Town or City of Residence

Fairfield

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

20 May 1884

Birthplace

IL

Enlistment Age

21

Civil Occupation

clerk

Date of Enlistment

8 Nov 1905

Enlistment Unit

Co M 54th Reg

Height

5ft 6in

Eye Color

gray

Hair Color

light brown

Weight

140lbs

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

“Carlson, Chester R - CD-06738,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 23, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/26091.