McGaffin, Samuel - CD-40273
Title
McGaffin, Samuel - CD-40273
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 - 40273
Surname
McGaffin
Given Name(s)
Samuel
Town or City of Residence
Corning
County of Residence
Adams
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
26 Sep 1890
Birthplace
CO
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
carpenter
Date of Enlistment
1 Jul 1909
Enlistment Unit
Co K 55th Reg
Next of Kin
fath-A McGaffin
Height
5ft 9in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
brown
Weight
148lbs
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
“McGaffin, Samuel - CD-40273,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 8, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/59460.