Sommer, Lou N B - CD-25517
Title
Sommer, Lou N B - CD-25517
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 - 25517
Surname
Sommer
Given Name(s)
Lou N B
Town or City of Residence
Sheldon
County of Residence
OBrien
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
26 Jan 1879
Birthplace
IL
Enlistment Age
24
Civil Occupation
tailor
Date of Enlistment
28 May 1903
Enlistment Unit
Co E 56th Reg
Height
5ft 11in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
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
“Sommer, Lou N B - CD-25517,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 30, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/44818.