Collins, Forrest E - CD-07880

Title

Collins, Forrest E - CD-07880

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 - 07880

Surname

Collins

Given Name(s)

Forrest E

Town or City of Residence

Cherokee

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

16 Jan 1890

Birthplace

Cherokee-IA

Enlistment Age

19

Civil Occupation

chauffe

Date of Enlistment

5 Jun 1909

Enlistment Unit

Co M 56th Reg

Height

5ft 1in

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

“Collins, Forrest E - CD-07880,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 8, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/27233.