Lessenger, Ernest John - CD-17659
Title
Lessenger, Ernest John - CD-17659
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 - 17659
Surname
Lessenger
Given Name(s)
Ernest John
Town or City of Residence
Des Moines
County of Residence
Polk
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
9 Jun 1887
Birthplace
Pawnee Co-KS
Enlistment Age
23
Civil Occupation
medical
Date of Enlistment
5 May 1911
Enlistment Unit
Field Hos
Height
5ft 7in
Complexion
medium
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
“Lessenger, Ernest John - CD-17659,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed May 19, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/36991.