Lester, James J - CD-17669
Title
Lester, James J - CD-17669
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 - 17669
Surname
Lester
Given Name(s)
James J
Town or City of Residence
Sioux City
County of Residence
Woodbury
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
24 Nov 1879
Birthplace
Erie Co-NY
Enlistment Age
28
Civil Occupation
chef
Date of Enlistment
15 Jul 1908
Enlistment Unit
Co L 56th Reg
Height
5ft 8in
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.
Collection
Citation
“Lester, James J - CD-17669,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed May 19, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/37001.