Swanson, Chester - CD-27347
Title
Swanson, Chester - CD-27347
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 - 27347
Surname
Swanson
Given Name(s)
Chester
Town or City of Residence
Fort Dodge
County of Residence
Webster
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
18 May 1892
Birthplace
IL
Enlistment Age
18
Civil Occupation
laborer
Date of Enlistment
24 Jun 1911
Enlistment Unit
Co F 56th Reg
Years of Enlistment
3
Next of Kin
fath-C O Swanson-Spencer-IA
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
light
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
light
Weight
152lbs
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
“Swanson, Chester - CD-27347,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 22, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/46641.