Tilton, Lewis - CD-28189

Title

Tilton, Lewis - CD-28189

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 - 28189

Surname

Tilton

Given Name(s)

Lewis

Town or City of Residence

Des Moines

County of Residence

Polk

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

2 Sep 1882

Birthplace

Powesheik Co-IA

Enlistment Age

23

Civil Occupation

laborer

Number of Enlistments

1st
2nd

Date of Enlistment

2 Jul 1906
30 May 1910

Enlistment Unit

Co F 55th Reg
Co F 55th Reg

Date of Discharge


13 Mar 1912

Height

5ft 4in

Complexion

medium

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

dark 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.

Citation

“Tilton, Lewis - CD-28189,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 17, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/47482.