Swain, Olin M - CD-27317

Title

Swain, Olin M - CD-27317

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 - 27317

Surname

Swain

Given Name(s)

Olin M

Town or City of Residence

Vinton

County of Residence

Benton

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

16 Jul 1877

Birthplace

IA

Enlistment Age

25

Civil Occupation

laborer

Date of Enlistment

27 Jun 1903

Enlistment Unit

Co G 53rd Reg

Years of Enlistment

3

Date of Discharge

9 Nov 1903

Height

5ft 6in

Complexion

fair

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

light

Additional Notes

removal from Vinton and vicinity

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

“Swain, Olin M - CD-27317,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 22, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/46613.