Wells, Franklin W - CD-29738
Title
Wells, Franklin W - CD-29738
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 - 29738
Surname
Wells
Given Name(s)
Franklin W
Town or City of Residence
Estherville
County of Residence
Emmet
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
26 Jul 1890
Birthplace
Emmet Co-IA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
student
Date of Enlistment
5 Jan 1909
Enlistment Unit
Co D 56th Reg
Years of Enlistment
3
Next of Kin
mom-Helen H Wells
Height
5ft 7in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
light
Weight
128lbs
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
“Wells, Franklin W - CD-29738,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed December 30, 2025, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/49026.