Simmons, William J - CD-24565

Title

Simmons, William J - CD-24565

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 - 24565

Surname

Simmons

Given Name(s)

William J

Town or City of Residence

Vinton

County of Residence

Benton

State of Residence

IA

Birthplace

PA

Enlistment Age

30

Civil Occupation

liveryman

Number of Enlistments

1st
2nd

Date of Enlistment

5 May 1898
21 Sep 1899

Enlistment Unit

Co G 1st Reg
Co G 49th Reg

Height

5ft 4in

Complexion

fair

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

red

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

“Simmons, William J - CD-24565,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 5, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/43870.