Louisiana, World War I Service Records, 1917-1920 - FamilySearch Historical Records

What is in the Collection?
This collection consists of an index and images of enlistment or induction records from World War I for the years 1917 to 1920. The collection is arranged alphabetically by parish name and is located at the Louisiana State Archives in Baton Rouge.

What Can These Records Tell Me?
The information found varies from one record to another. You may find any of the following:


 * Soldier’s name
 * Birth date and place
 * Enlistment or Induction date and place
 * Age
 * Estimated birth year
 * Residence parish, city, and state

How Do I Search the Collection?
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 * The name of the person
 * The name of a relative
 * The birth date of the soldier

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