Walsmith, Henry J - CD-29214

Title

Walsmith, Henry J - CD-29214

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 - 29214

Surname

Walsmith

Given Name(s)

Henry J

Town or City of Residence

Des Moines

County of Residence

Polk

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

22 Oct 1886

Birthplace

Polk Co-IA

Enlistment Age

19

Civil Occupation

millwright

Date of Enlistment

26 Mar 1906

Enlistment Unit

Co F 55th Reg

Next of Kin

Cathrina Walsmith

Height

5ft 8in

Complexion

light

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

light brown

Weight

140lbs

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

“Walsmith, Henry J - CD-29214,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 2, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/48502.