Lewis, Melvin F - CD-17765
Title
Lewis, Melvin F - CD-17765
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 - 17765
Surname
Lewis
Given Name(s)
Melvin F
Town or City of Residence
Iowa City
State of Residence
IA
Birthplace
Iowa City-IA
Enlistment Age
27
Civil Occupation
gas engine mechanic
Date of Enlistment
8 Dec 1917
Enlistment Unit
Field Hos
Next of Kin
fath-Charles Lewis
Height
5ft 8in
Complexion
dark
Eye Color
brown
Hair Color
black
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
“Lewis, Melvin F - CD-17765,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed May 19, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/37097.