VanAlstine, Gerald H - CD-28768
Title
VanAlstine, Gerald H - CD-28768
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 - 28768
Surname
VanAlstine
Given Name(s)
Gerald H
Town or City of Residence
Eagle Grove
County of Residence
Wright
State of Residence
IA
Birth Date
28 Mar 1889
Birthplace
OBrien Co-IA
Enlistment Age
20
Civil Occupation
lineman
Date of Enlistment
3 May 1909
Enlistment Unit
Co K 53rd Reg
Next of Kin
mom-Mrs W H Van Alstine
Height
5ft 10in
Complexion
fair
Eye Color
blue
Hair Color
brown
Weight
145lbs
Identifying Marks
scar on calf of right leg
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
“VanAlstine, Gerald H - CD-28768,” IGS Digital Archives, accessed January 14, 2026, https://mail.buroakvault.org/items/show/48061.