Shelden, Alex M - CD-24096
Title
Shelden, Alex M - CD-24096
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 - 24096
Surname
Shelden
Given Name(s)
Alex M
Town or City of Residence
Manchester
County of Residence
Delaware
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
13 May 1887
Birthplace
Delaware Co-IA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
farmer
Date of Enlistment
25 Apr 1907
Enlistment Unit
Co D 53rd Reg
Next of Kin
fath-M W Shelden
Height
5ft 6in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
light
Hair Color
light
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
“Shelden, Alex M - CD-24096,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 7, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/43405.