Smith, Elbert A - CD-25037

Title

Smith, Elbert A - CD-25037

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 - 25037

Surname

Smith

Given Name(s)

Elbert A

Town or City of Residence

Davenport

County of Residence

Scott

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

3 Mar 1886

Birthplace

Mason City-IA

Enlistment Age

30

Civil Occupation

mechanic

Date of Enlistment

20 Jun 1916

Enlistment Unit

Co B 1st FA

Date of Discharge

27 May 1917

Height

5ft 10in

Complexion

ruddy

Eye Color

brown

Hair Color

dark brown

Additional Notes

application for discharge to care for wife and family

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

“Smith, Elbert A - CD-25037,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 2, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/44339.