Swain, Jay W - CD-27315
Title
Swain, Jay W - CD-27315
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 - 27315
Surname
Swain
Given Name(s)
Jay W
Town or City of Residence
Fort Dodge
County of Residence
Webster
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
2 Nov 1880
Birthplace
Glenwood-IA
Enlistment Age
23
Civil Occupation
pharmacist
Date of Enlistment
16 Apr 1904
Enlistment Unit
Band 56th Reg
Years of Enlistment
3
Date of Discharge
10 Mar 1905
Height
5ft 7in
Complexion
dark
Eye Color
gray
Hair Color
dark brown
Additional Notes
permanent removal from band station
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
“Swain, Jay W - CD-27315,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 22, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/46611.