Sims, Edward W - CD-24639
Title
Sims, Edward W - CD-24639
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 - 24639
Surname
Sims
Given Name(s)
Edward W
Town or City of Residence
Des Moines
County of Residence
Polk
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
15 Feb 1891
Birthplace
Russia-Poland
Enlistment Age
23
Civil Occupation
orderly-Methodist Hosp
Date of Enlistment
28 May 1915
Enlistment Unit
Fld Hos
Height
5ft 3in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
light brown
Hair Color
dark chesnut
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
“Sims, Edward W - CD-24639,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 4, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/43944.