Metzger, Ralph A - CD-40388
Title
Metzger, Ralph A - CD-40388
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 - 40388
Surname
Metzger
Given Name(s)
Ralph A
Town or City of Residence
Council Bluffs
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
Council Bluffs-IA
Enlistment Age
32
Civil Occupation
baker scientific
Date of Enlistment
29 Jun 1917
Enlistment Unit
Co B 1st Engr
Next of Kin
fath-A Metzger-29 N 6th Street-Council Bluffs-IA
Height
5ft 7in
Complexion
dark
Eye Color
gray
Hair Color
black
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
“Metzger, Ralph A - CD-40388,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 7, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/59575.