Switzer, Samuel - CD-27517

Title

Switzer, Samuel - CD-27517

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 - 27517

Surname

Switzer

Given Name(s)

Samuel

Town or City of Residence

Fairfield

County of Residence

Jefferson

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

30 Apr 1894

Birthplace

Fulton-IL

Enlistment Age

22

Civil Occupation

farmer

Date of Enlistment

30 May 1916

Enlistment Unit

Co M 1st Reg

Height

5ft 5in

Complexion

ruddy

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

light

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

“Switzer, Samuel - CD-27517,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 21, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/46811.