Strayer, Merle E - CD-26908
Title
Strayer, Merle E - CD-26908
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 - 26908
Surname
Strayer
Given Name(s)
Merle E
Town or City of Residence
Waterloo
County of Residence
Black Hawk
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
2 Jul 1891
Birthplace
PA
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
expressman
Date of Enlistment
13 Nov 1909
Enlistment Unit
Co B 53rd Reg
Years of Enlistment
3
Next of Kin
mom-Mrs Julia Strayer-Waterloo-IA
Height
5ft 6in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
brown
Weight
150lbs
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
“Strayer, Merle E - CD-26908,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 25, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/46208.