Smith, Ralph D - CD-25161

Title

Smith, Ralph D - CD-25161

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 - 25161

Surname

Smith

Given Name(s)

Ralph D

Town or City of Residence

Iowa City

County of Residence

Johnson

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

12 Apr 1881

Birthplace

IL

Enlistment Age

23

Civil Occupation

jeweler

Number of Enlistments

1st
2nd
3rd

Date of Enlistment

9 May 1904
9 May 1907
7 Dec 1908

Enlistment Unit

Co I 54th Reg
Co I 54th Reg
Co I 54th Reg

Height

5ft 8in

Complexion

dark

Eye Color

dark brown

Hair Color

black

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, Ralph D - CD-25161,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 1, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/44463.