Watson, Walter Ray - CD-29437
Title
Watson, Walter Ray - CD-29437
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 - 29437
Surname
Watson
Given Name(s)
Walter Ray
Town or City of Residence
Maquoketa
County of Residence
Jackson
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
5 Nov 1890
Birthplace
Jackson Co-IA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
laborer
Date of Enlistment
10 Dec 1908
Enlistment Unit
Co M 53rd Reg
Next of Kin
fath-F M Watson
Height
5ft 8in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
brown
Hair Color
sandy
Weight
147lbs
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
“Watson, Walter Ray - CD-29437,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 1, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/48725.