Obel, Chester A - CD-39570
Title
Obel, Chester A - CD-39570
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 - 39570
Surname
Obel
Given Name(s)
Chester A
Town or City of Residence
Corning
County of Residence
Adams
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
9 Mar 1888
Birthplace
Adams Co-IA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
cigar maker
Date of Enlistment
23 Feb 1907
Enlistment Unit
Co K 55th Reg
Next of Kin
mom-Jennie Lents-
Corning-IA
Corning-IA
Height
5ft 8in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
brown
Weight
145lbs
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
“Obel, Chester A - CD-39570,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 10, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/58772.