Whipple, Roy E - CD-29975
Title
Whipple, Roy E - CD-29975
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 - 29975
Surname
Whipple
Given Name(s)
Roy E
Town or City of Residence
Fort Dodge
County of Residence
Webster
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
Wright Co-IA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
printer
Date of Enlistment
8 Aug 1906
Enlistment Unit
Co G 56th Reg
Next of Kin
fath-O W Whipple
Height
5ft 9in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
gray
Hair Color
light brown
Weight
145lbs
Identifying Marks
scar left side upper lip
Additional Notes
discharge without honor-absences without leave repeatedly
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
“Whipple, Roy E - CD-29975,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed December 29, 2025, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/49263.