Silas, Carl A - CD-24508
Title
Silas, Carl A - CD-24508
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 - 24508
Surname
Silas
Given Name(s)
Carl A
Town or City of Residence
Villisca
County of Residence
Montgomery
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
26 Aug 1884
Birthplace
MI
Enlistment Age
24
Civil Occupation
banker
Date of Enlistment
19 Jul 1909
Enlistment Unit
Co B 55th Reg
Height
5ft 11in
Complexion
ruddy
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.
Collection
Citation
“Silas, Carl A - CD-24508,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 5, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/43813.