Kearns, Chester H - CD-15497
Title
Kearns, Chester H - CD-15497
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 - 15497
Surname
Kearns
Given Name(s)
Chester H
Town or City of Residence
Fairfield
County of Residence
Jefferson
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
14 Mar 1885
Birthplace
Morning Sun-IA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
student
Date of Enlistment
30 Apr 1893
Enlistment Unit
Med Det 55th Reg
Next of Kin
fath-E B Kearns
Height
5ft 9in
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
“Kearns, Chester H - CD-15497,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed May 13, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/34836.