Sims, Wilmer A - CD-24647
Title
Sims, Wilmer A - CD-24647
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 - 24647
Surname
Sims
Given Name(s)
Wilmer A
Town or City of Residence
Sheldon
County of Residence
OBrien
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
23 Jun 1891
Birthplace
WI
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
student
Date of Enlistment
8 Mar 1910
Enlistment Unit
Co E 56th Reg
Next of Kin
gard-Mrs J E Sims
Height
5ft 4in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
gray
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
“Sims, Wilmer A - CD-24647,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 4, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/43952.