Shafer, Ernest - CD-23899
Title
Shafer, Ernest - CD-23899
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 - 23899
Surname
Shafer
Given Name(s)
Ernest
Town or City of Residence
Hampton
County of Residence
Franklin
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
12 Jun 1872
Birthplace
PA
Enlistment Age
30
Civil Occupation
laborer
Date of Enlistment
23 Sep 1902
Enlistment Unit
Co D 52nd Reg
Height
5ft 9in
Complexion
dark
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
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, Ernest - CD-23899,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 8, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/43209.