McElwain, Clarence - CD-40225

Title

McElwain, Clarence - CD-40225

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 - 40225

Surname

McElwain

Given Name(s)

Clarence

Town or City of Residence

Fairfield

County of Residence

Jefferson

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

19 Apr 1886

Birthplace

IA

Enlistment Age

18

Civil Occupation

Oil Dealer

Date of Enlistment

23 Mar 1905

Enlistment Unit

Co M 54th Reg

Next of Kin

fath-C S McElwain

Height

5ft 11in

Complexion

light

Eye Color

gray

Hair Color

light brown

Weight

140lbs

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

“McElwain, Clarence - CD-40225,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 8, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/59412.