Olson, Cornelius - CD-39897
Title
Olson, Cornelius - CD-39897
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 - 39897
Surname
Olson
Given Name(s)
Cornelius
Town or City of Residence
Burlington
County of Residence
Des Moines
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
6 May 1895
Birthplace
Des Moines Co-IA
Enlistment Age
19
Civil Occupation
basketmaker
Date of Enlistment
12 Jun 1914
Enlistment Unit
Co H 54th Reg
Next of Kin
fath-Gust E Olson
Height
5ft 7in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
light
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
“Olson, Cornelius - CD-39897,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 9, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/59094.