McElrea, Chester A - CD-40202
Title
McElrea, Chester A - CD-40202
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 - 40202
Surname
McElrea
Given Name(s)
Chester A
Town or City of Residence
Knoxville
County of Residence
Marion
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
8 Feb 1882
Birthplace
Marion Co-IA
Enlistment Age
34
Civil Occupation
mail carrier
Date of Enlistment
24 Jun 1916
Enlistment Unit
Co A 3rd Reg
Height
6ft
Complexion
dark
Eye Color
dark
Hair Color
dark
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
“McElrea, Chester A - CD-40202,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 8, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/59389.