Lawson, Gilbert - CD-17239

Title

Lawson, Gilbert - CD-17239

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 - 17239

Surname

Lawson

Given Name(s)

Gilbert

Town or City of Residence

Eagle Grove

County of Residence

Wright

State of Residence

IA

Birth Date

4 Feb 1887

Birthplace

Hamilton Co-IA

Enlistment Age

26

Civil Occupation

butcher

Date of Enlistment

3 Jun 1913

Enlistment Unit

Co K 53rd Reg

Height

5ft 7in

Complexion

fair

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.

Citation

“Lawson, Gilbert - CD-17239,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed May 18, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/36573.