Hessler, Earle C - CD-33102

Title

Hessler, Earle C - CD-33102

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 - 33102

Surname

Hessler

Given Name(s)

Earle C

Town or City of Residence

Red Oak

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

15 Oct 1878

Birthplace

IA

Enlistment Age

21

Civil Occupation

mail carrier

Number of Enlistments

1st
2nd
3rd

Date of Enlistment

21 Nov 1899
21 Nov 1902
16 Dec 1903

Enlistment Unit

Co M 51st Reg
Co M 55th Reg
Co M 55th Reg

Height

5ft 10in

Complexion

light

Eye Color

blue

Hair Color

light brown

Additional Notes

23 Jan 1905-promoted to lieutenant

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

“Hessler, Earle C - CD-33102,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed April 23, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/52379.