Shafer, Carl - CD-23897
Title
Shafer, Carl - CD-23897
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 - 23897
Surname
Shafer
Given Name(s)
Carl
Town or City of Residence
Cedar Rapids
County of Residence
Linn
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
7 Mar 1890
Birthplace
Linn Co-IA
Enlistment Age
19
Date of Enlistment
4 Apr 1910
Enlistment Unit
Co C 53rd Reg
Height
5ft 6in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
dark
Hair Color
dark 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.
Collection
Citation
“Shafer, Carl - CD-23897,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 8, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/43207.