Smith, Nels H - CD-41186
Title
Smith, Nels H - CD-41186
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 - 41186
Surname
Smith
Given Name(s)
Nels H
Town or City of Residence
Clinton
County of Residence
Clinton
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
25 Dec 1891
Birthplace
Carroll Co-IL
Enlistment Age
19
Civil Occupation
laborer
Date of Enlistment
5 Jul 1911
Enlistment Unit
Co H 53rd Reg
Next of Kin
fath-Chris Smith-Clinton-IA
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
brown
Hair Color
brown
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
“Smith, Nels H - CD-41186,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed February 1, 2026, https://www.buroakvault.org/items/show/60322.