Truesdell, Elmer F - CD-28505
Title
Truesdell, Elmer F - CD-28505
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 - 28505
Surname
Truesdell
Given Name(s)
Elmer F
Town or City of Residence
Oelwein
County of Residence
Fayette
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
Lakeside-Cook-IL
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
restaurant worker
Date of Enlistment
7 May 1900
Enlistment Unit
Co L 49th Reg
Years of Enlistment
3
Next of Kin
fath-Fayette H Truesdell-Oelwein-IA
Height
5ft 6in
Complexion
ruddy
Eye Color
light brown
Hair Color
brown black
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
“Truesdell, Elmer F - CD-28505,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 16, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/47798.