Forbes, Vernon - CD-11789
Title
Forbes, Vernon - CD-11789
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 - 11789
Surname
Forbes
Given Name(s)
Vernon
Town or City of Residence
Des Moines
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
IL
Enlistment Age
27
Civil Occupation
insurance co secretary
Date of Enlistment
10 Dec 1901
Enlistment Unit
Co A 51st Reg
Height
5ft 7in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
light
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
“Forbes, Vernon - CD-11789,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed May 3, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/31136.