Wentz, Grover A - CD-29774

Title

Wentz, Grover A - CD-29774

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 - 29774

Surname

Wentz

Given Name(s)

Grover A

Town or City of Residence

Chariton

County of Residence

Lucas

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

15 Dec 1887

Birthplace

Lucas Co-IA

Enlistment Age

20

Civil Occupation

student

Date of Enlistment

5 Dec 1908

Enlistment Unit

Co H 55th Reg

Years of Enlistment

3

Next of Kin

mom-Mrs C E Wentz-Chariton-IA

Height

5ft 8in

Complexion

fair

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

dark brown

Weight

185lbs

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

“Wentz, Grover A - CD-29774,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed December 30, 2025, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/49062.