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		Ettlingen, Rheinland Kaserne






			Carnaval of Rheinstetten
ZKM Karlsruhe	Karlsruhe Zoo

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bpedley	PM reply	15-Feb-2012 17:59
Anyone that was stationed in Karlsruhe with the 66th MP company should visit the following on Facebook. Many MP's have reconnected through: Veterans of 66th MP Co, 95th MP BN, Smiley Barracks, Karlsruhe Germany

Bray		30-Jan-2012 14:28
Really nice pictures that bring to mind so many good memories. My name is Rita Bray. I was stationed in Karlsruhe, at Gerzewski barracks, from 1989 thru 1991. I was in HSC 249th Engr. I roomed with Sue Marcellas, acute lil red-head white girl, Lori Sanctos. After they left, Audrey Gannt became my room dog. Our battalion deplopyed to Desert Storm in Dec. 90 and returned May 91. I hung out with Audrey Gannt and Tracey Sweeney in the middle east.

Jumpin' JACK Flash Kilpatrick		26-Jan-2012 16:31
JACK KILPATRICK - Headquarter's Company, located on 2nd Floor "Rhineland ZOO" Famous Party Room, "The ROOM 215". Seeking allb heads & freaks fro 1970- 1973 that partied with our group. Names such as "Graz", Brannon, Curry, Zerkel, "Moose", "Bear", Mosher, Hickey, Buck, Jerry Johnson, Brown, Barker, Johnny Williams, Banta, Rose, Gallejos, Beauchain, Cox, Crook, Hoyt, Sven Weir, Weiss, "Junior", Hale, Bowie, JR, Stoney, Terry Gillespie, Godsey, "SPEEDY", Garyy ridgeway, Keith reitler, Kiser, Laun, Paul Hochstadt, Grady Miller, Mobley, Riggan, Real, Anderson, William Taylor, Hatch Meeks, etc. Contact Kilpatricka4@comcast.net

Jumpin' JACK Flash Kilpatrick		26-Jan-2012 16:31
JACK KILPATRICK - Headquarter's Company, located on 2nd Floor "Rhineland ZOO" Famous Party Room, "The ROOM 215". Seeking allb heads & freaks fro 1970- 1973 that partied with our group. Names such as "Graz", Brannon, Curry, Zerkel, "Moose", "Bear", Mosher, Hickey, Buck, Jerry Johnson, Brown, Barker, Johnny Williams, Banta, Rose, Gallejos, Beauchain, Cox, Crook, Hoyt, Sven Weir, Weiss, "Junior", Hale, Bowie, JR, Stoney, Terry Gillespie, Godsey, "SPEEDY", Garyy ridgeway, Keith reitler, Kiser, Laun, Paul Hochstadt, Grady Miller, Mobley, Riggan, Real, Anderson, William Taylor, Hatch Meeks, etc. Contact Kilpatricka4@comcast.net

Guest		22-Jan-2012 18:47
My name is Mitch Smith. I was with the 79th Eng. Bn from 1984 to 1987. I get back to Karlsruhe every few years with my German wife of 25 years. I would love to hear from anyone who was there with me. mitchnbeasmith@frontier.com

Nancy		20-Jan-2012 23:23
I was the secretary at the 249th from 1980-1983...I thought the troops in the 249th ware awesome...and Karlsruhe was beautiful.

Guest		17-Jan-2012 16:42
It was great seeing the pics of the Karlruhe area. I was stationed at Gerzewski Barracks (I believe it has been leveled for a housing developement) from Aug '60 to Mar '63 with the 620th Engineers. Would like to hear from anyone who was at Gerzewski around that time. My name is Rudy Stefanucci- email/ rudstef@verizon.net.

Guest		17-Jan-2012 16:38
It was great seeing the pics of the Karlruhe area. I was stationed at Gerzewski Barracks (I believe it has been leveled for a housing developement) from Aug '60 to Mar '63 with the 620th Engineers. Would like to hear from anyone who was at Gerzewski around that time. My name is Rudy Stefanucci- email/ rudstef@verizon.net.

John Murray		07-Jan-2012 19:52
I was with the 249th Eng Cbt Bn Hvy HHC 1981-1983 Detached to S-4 I was Bn supply Driver John Murray

Jess (Ray) Keopke		26-Dec-2011 03:01
Merry Christmas Everyone!! I was stationed at the Rheinland Kaserne in Ettlingen in 1965- 1966. I was with the 502nd Engineer Floating Bridge company for about a year, I transferred from the 502nd to the 55th Engineer Company Panel Bridge at Smiley Barracks in Karlsruhe after making SGT E-5 at 502nd, and stayed at Smiley Barracks in Karlsruhe until I left Germany in mid 1968. These pictures of the Rheineland Kaserne, and other pictures of Ettlingen and Karlsruhe are greatly appreciated. I have contacted a few old friends from the 502nd, and the 55th. My contact email is JessKeopke@aol.com, looking forward to hearing from you. If you get a Chance, Visit rheinlandkaserne.net, I think you will enjoy seeing the web page, it was put together by a friend (JIM REED) who just past away this past November Have Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!

Charles Echols		21-Dec-2011 03:40
Stationed with 324th Sig 1985 to 1988. Still have great memories of being there as well as my two sons growing up there. Great site with awesome pictures

Guest		19-Dec-2011 03:09
NICE MEMORIES THANK YOU 52B20 PEDRO

Guest		19-Dec-2011 01:57
NEURITE KANSERNE I LEFT THAT OUT 52B20 PEDRO

Guest		19-Dec-2011 01:44
I WAS THERE FROM 69TO71 /52B20 WAS MY MOS I AM PEDRO GONZALEZ JR. BUTLER,GUSSET MASSET NEW THIS PEOPLE BACK THEN

Frank		12-Dec-2011 00:15
I was station at Neurite Kanserne 1955, TDY to France (TOUL) and then to Wildflecken, left in 1957. Became a TOP in the USAR, was called up for Desert Storm at 55 yrs old and got my final discharged in 1996. Anyone still arournd fro 55 t0 57 Co A, 79th ebc

Frank		12-Dec-2011 00:12
I was station at Neurite Kanserne 1955, TDY to France (TOUL) and then to Wildflecken, left in 1957. Became a TOP in the USAR, was called up for Desert Storm at 55 yrs old and got my final discharged in 1996. Anyone still arournd fro 55 t0 57 Co A, 79th ebc

Brian Crouch		10-Dec-2011 02:21
Was a mechanic with 502nd En. 1991-1993 Great seeing these

Greg Piper		09-Dec-2011 19:53
Great Pictures, Was stationed at Smiley Barracks with the 66 M.P. ,95 M.P. BN from 1976-1979. Great memories.

Tommy Reid		23-Nov-2011 23:47
I was in the 501 signal group , 17th signal and transfer to the 29th signal B co April 1960 to Sept 1963 I would love to talk to anyone who was stationed at Neureut Kaserne during that time . I played Baketball while I was there also I was the asst athelete director for the Karlsruhe AYA. I enjoyed growing up in Germany. I was 17years old when I enlisted spend 30 great months at Neureut.

Tommy Reid		23-Nov-2011 23:32
Wow,to find this website

Joe Leatham		17-Nov-2011 22:27
To David Graham - I was in the 502nd Engr Co from March '71 to March '72. We moved from Smiley to Neureut Kaserne in January of '72. I believe the entire 565th Engr Bn which also included the 809th Engr Co moved at the same time although it might have been in stages. I was only at Neureut about two months and then I went home. I remember our barracks building at Neureut wasn't quite finished when we moved in. For me and a lot of others Neureut compared very unfavorably to Smiley so I was glad to be leaving when I did. I do have a lot of good memories of Smiley though.

Calvin		14-Nov-2011 01:04
To David Graham when I left in 1988 the zoo was still in operation.But I just found out that a lot of the old bases after the cold war officially ended were turned back over to the Germans.I found out that my old base Neureut Kaserne has been bulldozed and they are building low income german housing.How the times have changed in the last 20 some odd years.

Calvin Crewe		14-Nov-2011 00:59
To Brenda Wright was stationed with the 72nd sig bn from 1985 to 1988.Was assigned to the 324th signal co. Just to let you know there is a facebook page for the 72nd with a few members.Hope this helps you out

calvin crewe		11-Nov-2011 22:42
Good to see pictures of Karlsruhe.Was stationed there with the 324th signal co from 1985 to 1988. Had some great times there and met a lot of good people.

David Graham		10-Nov-2011 18:35
I Noticed there were no pictures of Smiley Bakkacks in any of the photos shown here. I don't know when the 565th left Smiley If anyone knows can they contact me. I was at Smiley for 17 Months from May 1968 to November 1969 During the Command change from the 555th to the 565th . My Job there was radio Repair//Radio Operator/Message center specialist/Radio Teletype Operator. Some of my Best memories were going to School in Lengriese (its been years so the spelling may be off) But Bavaria was Beautiful. Anyone care to comment let me know.

David Graham		09-Nov-2011 15:56
David Graham was in Karlsruhe in HHC 565 Engineer Batallion in 1968 and have some very fond memories and some not very fond memories. I have a friend in Oregon who was in the 502 we went thru Basic and Ait together anf both ended up in Karlsruhe me at Smiley Barracks hin at the Duce.

brian deveney		04-Nov-2011 23:33
brian deveney 249th A co. 72-75 was a great time ,always found a way to have a good time down town,or nco club. best time was traveling .

Bill Rishel		01-Nov-2011 13:52
I was stationed at the Zoo from 1981-1983 WITH A Company 249th Eng. Bat. It was a great time and truly wonderful experience. Alpha Company would TDY to Graf every summer to work on tank trails and berms. There was the Stop In and Omnibus down town Karlsruhe that got much of our income .Wonderful times to remember, what I can some are foggy for apparent reasons. Anyone from Alpha Company that was there in those years feel free to shoot me an e-mail and see if we remember each or anyone in common, trying to find old buddies. rishelb@windstream.net Thanks

Bill Rishel		01-Nov-2011 13:51
I was stationed at the Zoo from 1981-1983 WITH A Company 249th Eng. Bat. It was a great time and truly wonderful experience. Alpha Company would TDY to Graf every summer to work on tank trails and berms. There was the Stop In and Omnibus down town Karlsruhe that got much of our income .Wonderful times to remember, what I can some are foggy for apparent reasons. Anyone from Alpha Company that was there in those years feel free to shoot me an e-mail and see if we remember each or anyone in common, trying to find old buddies. Thanks

Guest		03-Oct-2011 00:52
I WAS AT RH EINLAND KASERNE (THE ZOO) FROM 1972-1974. DELTA CO. 78th ENG.BN. ANYBODY WANT'S TO B.S. DROP ME A LINE. LIKE TO HERE FROM SOME OLD 'ROAD DOG'S' !!! ( greg starkey) GREGGER2000@YAHOO.COM A TIME OF MY LIFE I WILL NEVER FORGET !!!! ( that's right, I'm still kick'n)

carl (tony) johnson		06-Sep-2011 22:05
I was stationed at Smiley fr 79-85. Was asst hsg offficer till 82 then became the Smiley AIC. Worked at Karlsruhe Community Club from 80-85 for SFC Cliff Marshall. Started out as bouncer ended up as asst mgr. Anyone remember the sat night country western at the PRV club or Fri's at Neureut?

robert nitzsky (ski)		03-Sep-2011 15:45
I was stationed at gerzewski barreks In d co later to become a co 249th eng. from feb 86 to july 89 . i have alot of great memories.every one called me ski . i ran the tool room. I was at graf, hoensfeld neu ulm baulmholder wildflicken and many other places. not to meantion the places i went to on my free time. would like to hear from someone that was there

robert nitzsky (ski)		03-Sep-2011 14:53
I was stationed at gerzewski barreks In d co later to become a co 249th eng. from feb 86 to july 89 . i have alot of great memories.every one called me ski . i ran the tool room. I was at graf, hoensfeld neu ulm baulmholder wildflicken and many other places. not to meantion the places i went to on my free time. would like to hear from someone that was there

cliff baker		31-Aug-2011 00:19
cliff baker,I was in the 283rd I think ,I remember rick warrwick, don white was plattoon sgt. ,clay,figaroura,sours,lane,combs,stewart,paula from the cooks, I'll never forget when someone stole that pie in the feild, or when we drank wine in the feild, a few went in to town and wrecked on the way back, big trouble .dave lane,remember amsterdam? I would love to talk with anybody who remembers. I was there from 1982-1984. It was beautiful,everything about it.Neureut kaserne baby!

cliff baker		31-Aug-2011 00:19
cliff baker,I was in the 283rd I think ,I remember rick warrwick, don white was plattoon sgt. ,clay,figaroura,sours,lane,combs,stewart,paula from the cooks, I'll never forget when someone stole that pie in the feild, or when we drank wine in the feild, a few went in to town and wrecked on the way back, big trouble .dave lane,remember amsterdam? I would love to talk with anybody who remembers. I was there from 1982-1984. It was beautiful,everything about it.Neureut kaserne baby!

cliff baker		31-Aug-2011 00:19
cliff baker,I was in the 283rd I think ,I remember rick warrwick, don white was plattoon sgt. ,clay,figaroura,sours,lane,combs,stewart,paula from the cooks, I'll never forget when someone stole that pie in the feild, or when we drank wine in the feild, a few went in to town and wrecked on the way back, big trouble .dave lane,remember amsterdam? I would love to talk with anybody who remembers. I was there from 1982-1984. It was beautiful,everything about it.Neureut kaserne baby!

raymond edwards		01-Aug-2011 21:00
hi INGRID JUSTICE, i was in rhindland kas just out of karlsruhe at the same time, oct 54 to feb 57 and dated a girl name ingrid kool who worked as a maid at the officer's quarters, that i very fond of. i lost touch with her and could not find her again. i thought you might know her. raymond edwards email raywv4j2@aol.com

sammy	PM reply	31-Jul-2011 01:14
My name is Samuel Serrano I was in smiley barracks from may 1969 to oct 1970 at that time I get transfer to vietnam I like to know if somebody remember 1st sargent Martin we work toguether at the Dispensary if somebody was at that time in smiley barracks please contac me I need information about a accident my email is elnene69_2003@yahoo.com

sammy	PM reply	31-Jul-2011 01:05
Hi I was in smiley barracks from 1969 to 1970 I work in the dispensary in smiley barracks at that time and I put a 1049 to vietnam in 1970 I like to know if somebody remember 1st sgt.MARTIN MY NAME IS SAMUEL SERRANO I like to get in touch with somebody that was at that time in smiley barracks

Guest		08-Jul-2011 02:54
I worked as a waitress at the EM Club at Gerzewski Barracks in' 64. We had some good fun at the ol" Pionier" Gasthaus, the jukebox played "Frauelein" and we danced to the "Peppermint Twist" Cigarettes were 25cents and a $ was worth 4.00 Marks.

Guest		08-Jul-2011 02:40
Looking for info on Barry Bertelsen , stationed at Gerzewski Barracks with the 761st Medical Detachment in 1963/64/65(?). His hometown was El Cajon , CA. No long lost child involved , just good memories of first love that was never going to end ......

Guest		04-Jul-2011 19:59
My name is John L. Sullivan from Warwick, OklahomaJ. I was in Karlsruhe in 1957-58. Helped build missile site in Ettlingen. Would like to hear from anyone else who was there at that time.

Mike/44FDS	PM reply	03-Jun-2011 00:33
Just happened upon this great site. Was at Smiley Barracks 1958--60 in 44th FDS. Fond memories of rationed cigarettes and gasoline and a wait for E-5 to get access to the hard stuff. Will never forget the 28 days of Hades at 7th Army NCO Academy and the SEVEN haircuts. Contact me if you were there around that time. Still curious about what happened to the yellow and white 1953 Chevy Bel Air 4 door sedan I left behind. Miss some of the friends left behind and lost contact with over the years because they passed away or we somehow stopped writing. You remember the days before the internet, don't you? Mike/44FDS

gary shaw		24-May-2011 16:05
My name is Gary Shaw, I was with Bcompany 249th, 1979-1981. I was in the heavy junk plt. I have lots of pics of Germany but none of the Zoo. hillbillydad75@aol.com , If you have any you would like to share.

John chandler Sr.		27-Apr-2011 07:31
John Chandler and Althia Guajardo Chandler station in karshure Germany 66MP company 1981-1983 looking for friends that where they can facebook John Chandler Sr.

Gary Cooper		10-Apr-2011 00:29
Mary Shropshire Lourigan - contact me as I worked for your father at Company C, 385th MP Battalion in Smiley Barracks in Karlsruhe from '67 - '68. FloridaCoop33@gmail.com

lawrence hanke		28-Mar-2011 02:27
I was at neureut in 1956-57 with the 532 f.o.b in headquerter bat.Love the good time there and in Karlsrhe,at the Houffmen house. Then from early May tell October we went up to Grafenwohr, an had agood time there also. So if anyone out there that was with the 532f.o.b . Email me at lfhanke@yahoo.com nice pic.s

stuart beaton		23-Feb-2011 18:39
Mary Shropshire. Contact me if you wish. I was at C Co when your Dad was 1st Sgt and Sunderland and Zimlich COs. I also have another contact of a guy who was there after me and knew your Dad. He was a decent man as I remember. stuartbeaton@eastlink.ca

stuart beaton		23-Feb-2011 00:26
Slim GP. Stuart Beaton Smiley MP 66-68. GP Sperling, Loffler, Bohner, "Buzz Buzz" others, Contact stuartbeaton@eastlink.ca

Slim GP		21-Feb-2011 09:16
I was one of the German Police Liaison Officers at the Karlsruhe MP Station. I remember 1Sgt. Shropshire and some guys of Company "C" 385th MP Bn. I retired as a Commander of a Police Station in Karlsruhe. In 1972 the Karlsruhe Citiy Police became a part of the Baden-Württemberg State Police.

Brenda Wright		15-Feb-2011 13:46
Hi, We are looking for anyone who was stationed with my husband Jimmy Wright during the years 1986-1989 over at Neureut Kaserne with the 72nd SB. All I can remember is our nicknames for all of the guys. We really enjoyed them all coming over to our house during holidays. Tubby, Red, Jonesy, Burns and Peek. There are more, but I guess memories aren't what they used to be. I loved all of the pictures of Karlsruhe - they brought back so many happy memories. Would really love to get in touch with some of these fellas again. Remember me, Brenda, whom they called mom. We used to go dancing at the Alabama on Saturdays and did cookouts at the apartment too. If anyone can help us find these guys, we would be very grateful. I'd also like to find Judith Johman again too. I worked with her at the TMP on Smiley. Hope to get a response. Again thanks for the wonderful pictures.

Guest		12-Feb-2011 07:00
I was an MP from December 1968 to April 1970 in Karlsruhe. I was assigned to Company "C", 385th MP Battalion at Smiley Barracks. Enjoyed my tour.

Guest		22-Jan-2011 17:46
Brittney, I forgot to mention that I was in B Co 79th Engr. If this was your Uncle's unit then I definitely remember! I do have some details of that night. Sorry for the Horrible spelling. Typing too quick...

Guest		22-Jan-2011 17:37
Brittney, I forgot to mention that I was in B Co 79th Engr. If this was your Uncle's unit then I definitely remember! I do have some details of that night. Sorry for the Horrible spelling. Typing too quick...

Dennis		22-Jan-2011 17:31
Hi Brittney, I was there during the same time. I do remember a guy in my unit suffer an accident one night. He fell to his death. Brigham sounds very fimiliar. I nice guy. Is this the same incident? If this is the same guy then write back. I do have mire information/recollection.

Guest		17-Jan-2011 03:37
I really enjpyed looking at this site and others containing Rhenland Kaserne. My father, Coy Weathers (Jack) was stationed there from 1957-60. He was in the 275th Truck Co which sharfed a building with the 175th Engineers. We lived in Neu Malsh during this period. I have great memories of the snack bar and little P-X which was just inside the gate. I also remember the theater, bowling alley, and NCO Club. As a child of 7-9 while there, I would sing on the stage to the juke box, usually to Tom Dooley. I remember the "Rodeos" put on in the training area. there were family BBQ's and we watched all the troops in action with their equipment. Our good friend Arlin Torkelson (Wally) was a loader operator and I would watch him fill up the dump trucks as they came by. Dependents were given rides in some of the trucks and Jeeps. Thanks for the site and memories Tom Weathers

earl greenwood		27-Dec-2010 01:15
i was at gerszewski barracks nov. 74 to june 76 249th c-company 2nd platoon. Lt. Murihead-,platoon sarg.staff-sarg.green-sarg rollin (nickname sarg rock). does anybody remember little short black 1st sgt. would like to hear from anyone that was in dallau, germany from 74 to76. really had a great time in the 249th working around different cities. THE GUYS IN C COMPANY WERE GREAT, would really like hear from ole bud

Gary Martinez		21-Dec-2010 16:59
Hi everyone, I was stationed at the 761st Med. Det. at Gerszewski Barracks back in 1977 to 1978. I was x-fered from the 130th Sta. Hosp in Heidelberg my last year in country because they needed a clerk. Good memories.

brittney gale		05-Dec-2010 03:53
Hi my name is Brittney gale im 22 yrs old looking for information or friends who were in germany at the same time as my uncle Donald brigham also known as POPEYE please help me he passed in may 1988 i was born in sept of 1988 he never got to hear my mom was pregnant with me and all i have of him is pictures a basic training yearbook from fort dix in 86 and a weird story of how he passed away can any one please help me if u have a facebook contact me that way or email me with the subject as (Donald Brigham 1988) please help me

Andy H Weaver - Ohio		13-Nov-2010 22:39
I was stationed in Schwaebisch Hall Germany with the 291st FA Bn in 1956-1957. 8" Howitzers. Does anyone remember or were you there.

A		13-Nov-2010 22:39
I was stationed in Schwaebisch Hall Germany with the 291st FA Bn in 1956-1957. 8" Howitzers. Does anyone remember or were you there.

RANDY BERTELSEN		05-Nov-2010 23:11
RANDY BERTELSEN - 1966-1968 LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO CAN HELP VERIFY A ACCIDENT I HAD WHILE DRIVING THE MESS TRUCK IN ETTLINGEN FIRST PART OF 1968 - NEED ANY INFORMATION TO OBTAIN VA BENEFITS - CONTACT loribert@q.com - NEED ASAP

LOUIS CORDERO		02-Nov-2010 15:30
STEVEN KILDE HAY SARGE THIS IS LOUIS CORDERO GIVE ME A CALL AT 209-966-6751 OR 209- 385-7460 IM STILL IN THE MOTOR POOL FOR MERCED COUNTY I LIVE IN CALIF SURE WOUD LIKE TO TALK TO YOU MY E MAIL IS DOWN BELOW I WAS LOOKING FOR LT DEHAVEN .WHAT A SURPRISE TO SEE YOU ON THE WEB SITE YOU MADE MY DAY

Steven Kilde		28-Oct-2010 13:05
I was stationed in Ettlingen Rheinland Kaserne, with the 502nd Engr Co (FB) from 1968 to 1970. I was the Engineer Maintenance Sgt for the motor pool. We took care of all the boats and boat 6 was always the best.In late 1969 we moved to the Smiley Bks. We lived in Gov Qtrs across from the PX. Remenber the rhein river crossings at Lamperheim. I remenber goint to Reforger 1968, the company went to Grafenwheir with over 400 ft of M4T6 float bridge and we only assembled a 20 ft dry span. We had over 20 breakdowns on the way, but when we turned the vehicles around and headed back to Karlsrue there was only one vehicle the blew a tire and of course it was the mess vehicle. The best thing that ever happened to us was that our daughter was born on 25 December 1969.

Guest		14-Oct-2010 23:52
Lcobannon@yahoo.com Verdun 1966 Karlsruhe 1967- nov 1968 . Give OB a shout,

Larry O'Bannon		14-Oct-2010 23:44
My name is Larry O'Bannon. I came to Karlsruhe after we left Vundun France. We were in the 256th Signal corp. That had become Stratcom. I was 31 m 40 Radio Relay Operator. I played basketball for the post team ;We won the ComZ basketball championship in 1967.We also won the Championship while we were in Vundun 1966. Was in Karlsruhe when Martin was shot. I loved Germany. Had a wonderful time and great friends .They called me OB. Radcliff, Jackson,McCloud, Milt Luft, Dean ,Any of the fellows . Give me shout out .James Green you also.Thanks

SMACK Bud McWilliams		09-Oct-2010 21:20
SMACK ___name they called me. among other things. 79th at the ZOO. COMTACT ME: budmcwlms@bellsouth.net

SMACK Bud McWilliams		09-Oct-2010 21:15
79th at the zoo. SMACK--Bud McWilliams is looking for anyone from 79 to 81 that remembers him or any pictures would be welcome. Stayed in crap all the time and about lived at the A bar. Anyone kmow what happened to CHRIS from the A bar. She was married to my platoon SGT. Also went with a gal named BARB TATRAU (last name spelling ? )from Minnesota. JIM MCGRATH from 249th (we were at FT Meade and the Zoo 2gether. We got out on the same day. Man what a drunk when we hit the states !!! ANY help or pictures appreciated. FOR THOSE LOOKING I FOUND SOME STUFF AT Gerszewski_Barracks@Yahoogroup.com saw a picture of jim at the 249th pig roast. CHECK IT OUT AND WRITE ME or send PICTS

Guest		02-Oct-2010 01:09
I was just surfing the web and I stumbled upon this page; Wow Karlsruhe Germany! I was stationed at Neureut with 58th Sig from 1986-89....Im grateful for that history. Spc4Thomas Harris. email:timthomash@live.com

Cleve Huggins		28-Sep-2010 20:08
My Dad was a Battery Commander in Karlsrhue from 1950 to 1953 with the 552 AAA. I went to Kindergarten and 1st grade there

L. H. King		15-Sep-2010 02:18
Great pictures. I was assigned to Charlie Company, 249th Engineer Battalion, Gerzewski Barracks from Feb 1972 to Feb 1975. It is sad to hear Gerzewski is gone. Was hoping to go back next year. Glad to here everyones comments about the area. Great place to live. Anyone from that time can email me - lhk1252@live.com L.H. King

LOUIS CORDERO		13-Sep-2010 18:09
HI EVERRY ONE I WAS STATION WHITH THE 502 ENG FLOAT BRIGE FROM 68TO 69 IWAS LOOKING AT OLD PICTURES WHITH MY WIFE GREAT MEMORRIES .IM LOOKING FOR LT DEHAYVEN FROM OHIO HE WAS STATION THEIR WHIT US GREAT COMANDER.I HOPE YOUR OUT THEIR OR IF ENAY ONE KNOWS A BOUT HIM E MAIL ME AT KLC.@co.merced.ca.us.

Sabine or Sam		11-Sep-2010 09:00
Hi My name is Sabine. I was the desk clerk on Smiley Barracks between 1989-1991 ans i am looking for MP soldiers from this time. LIke: Joseph Spencer, John Dutcher, Gary Charters, James Becker, and so on. Who can help me?

Bill Moody		10-Sep-2010 03:36
Great pic. I was at co.A (E&M) 249 Eng. Batt-Gerszewski Barraks from July 1968 to Dec. 1970. Lots of great times.

William O'Donnell		28-Aug-2010 05:22
was with the 77th eng bn h&s co and a company 1961 to 1963 wnen bn roke up wad transfered to d co 94 bm nellingon barraks would like to hear from anyone stationed there

Guest		21-Aug-2010 04:53
Great Photos I was one of the 3 musketeers in Co D. 249th Engr. Bn. from 1971 to 1976. I was 1 of the 3 mechanichs in the contact truck. Mugford (pineapple) and Jack (JD). the other 2. Lots of good memories any one from that era can email me at onejuanobijuan1@msn.com Juan Martinez

Mary Shropshire Lourigan		16-Aug-2010 20:36
Great Pictures, it has been a long time since I was in Karlsruhe (1966-1969). I lived in Paul Reveree housing and my father (SFC Shropshire) was the 1st Sgt of Co C 385th MP located in Smiley barracks. I remember my time there fondly Would love to hear from anyone there at the time or from anyone who knew my dad. Thanks

Mary Shropshire Lourigan		16-Aug-2010 20:36
Great Pictures, it has been a long time since I was in Karlsruhe (1966-1969). I lived in Paul Reveree housing and my father (SFC Shropshire) was the 1st Sgt of Co C 385th MP located in Smiley barracks. I remember my time there fondly Would love to hear from anyone there at the time or from anyone who knew my dad. Thanks

Guest		13-Aug-2010 13:56
i was stationed @ neureut kaserne from 1990-1993 with hhc 72nd signal EMF platton if anyone was around that time knew me as leo jlinardy@yahoo.com

Guest		03-Aug-2010 03:08
Marshall Willis, Richard Cohen, Leonard Hester, Robert Gilder, Edward Childress, Jap, were all in Karlsruhe Germany around 1970 - 1972.

bethcutcher	PM reply	31-Jul-2010 00:24
This is a great website thanks !!My x was stationed at Gerzewski E Co. what unit i can't recall (the river rat guys) I worked at the NCo club as a cook during the summer if 93. We lived in the low rise apartment in the Neureut area until the started the closing of it all. They then moved us in downtown within walking distance of the walkplatz. Living here was some of the best times of my life and will always have a special place in my heart. If by and odd chance ya might member me or my x know as Sgt. Ski please send me an email.

Patricia Stacey		24-Jul-2010 21:33
I was stationed with the 324th Signal Co. 72nd Signal Bn. from 1978-1980. Looking for SSG Barry Greene from the 502nd. Eng. Co. If anyone knows where he is now email me at beancounter716@aol.com Great times in Karlsruhe!

Tim		19-Jul-2010 19:14
Great photos!! I was stationed in Karlsruhe in 92 and 93. I loved it there! 44 th Sig Bn

F. L. Carlone		09-Jul-2010 22:27
What a surprise to come across this website. Photos are Great. I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne during early - mid 1950's with Battery A, of the 529th F.A. Observation Bn. Left the unit as a Corporal in 1955, retired 33 years later as a Full Colonel. At the time the Kaserne was home of a U.S. Army Engineer Battalion and also 2 German Labor Service Bn's. A great time with some great guys with whom I would be glad to serve again. The 529th Alumni is still going strong with annual reunions in Sept each year, this year (2010) in Maryland. Watch the VFW or American Legion Magazines or contact me for info on the reunion. flc

Shawn Holley		06-Jul-2010 03:05
WOW, haven't thought about this place in a long time. I was in Neureut Kasern from 1983-1985. I was in the MAB (Mobile Assault Bridge) unit. I think it was th 55th engineers. Played basketball with Sgt Conyers, SSG Stewart, and Corey. I was drunk half the time. Wonderful memories. mrholleyiscool@yahoo.com

Ed Bocko		17-Jun-2010 13:28
I was at Rhineland from 1954 to 1956 with the 291st (later 175th). Looking for others there. I would like to hear from Richard Martin (29th Group). Have made other contacts. Email me: edbocko@hotmail.com

Marsha Celic (Bishop)		17-Jun-2010 02:59
My ex husband, Dennis Bishop and myself were stationed at Neureut Kaserne from 74-77...we lived in a off post high rise located near a rail station. I hope to someday get over to Germany and this area. I was in the Army also, my ex was with 502nd, I was an armor for 565th, worked in S-4. It was a neat kaserne, loved the NCO Club.

clint davis		29-May-2010 01:37
I was stationed at neureut kasern karlsruhe 1990-1991, I dont remember a whole lot about it. I know i was in the River rats 502nd eng.I was injured in a training accident(NBC) oct 91 received brain injury. I wish i could remember so much, I do remember going to smiley barracks and a cool sgt in our platoon named warrick or something.I had a girl friend(blonde american girl in a signal unit had more rank than I, I think) that I kind of remember that I met at the school where they taught us german stuff.I hate that I can see her face and not remember much else. I remember the tiny px there and the terrible pizza they had.I went to those french schools and sapper air assault schools they had because I have the paper worksaying I went ,but dont remember going to them.so many missing memories,if you were in the 502nd 90-92 let me know, wish i could talk about old times but cant remember much. clint

monika		27-May-2010 21:14
hallo, I search mine vater, unfortunately, I do not know much, actually, nothing at all except he in Knilliengen was stationed and he must have generated in 1987 in February me, indeed, unfortunately, it was only one night stand, warscheinlich he not even knows about mine existenz, so as said must have been in februar in 1987 in karlsruhe and mine mutter to her name is gisela cook, please helps me if you are able... looks desperately... mine email: monika_bahlinger@web.de or also with facebook accessible, it is very important to me!!!! please please please helps me, if here informartionen have or you in even knew / knew please also announce, unfortunately, I do not know yet sometimes his vorname or zuname and I also know this a few bragged are, but still small hoffnung I have only...

monika		27-May-2010 21:14
hallo, I search mine vater, unfortunately, I do not know much, actually, nothing at all except he in Knilliengen was stationed and he must have generated in 1987 in February me, indeed, unfortunately, it was only one night stand, warscheinlich he not even knows about mine existenz, so as said must have been in februar in 1987 in karlsruhe and mine mutter to her name is gisela cook, please helps me if you are able... looks desperately... mine email: monika_bahlinger@web.de or also with facebook accessible, it is very important to me!!!! please please please helps me, if here informartionen have or you in even knew / knew please also announce, unfortunately, I do not know yet sometimes his vorname or zuname and I also know this a few bragged are, but still small hoffnung I have only...

Richard Martin		16-May-2010 23:19
Really great pictures, made me home sick. I was with the 79 engrs Neureut 1956. Great experience all the places we did construction work. Pirmasens, Wildflecken, 3 months inTeoul, France , tent city Loved the Deutches Ecke where we used to go dancing in Neureut.. I loved Germany so much I reenlisted when I was stationed at Neureut. Later on was transfered to Ettlingen w/the 39th, worked at Group Hq. Had a lot of European friends from the German Labor Svc. I learned to speak German like a native. Did practically the whole Rhine on motorcycle. Anyone around from55-59.

Guest		03-May-2010 01:53
Thank You SO MUCH for the pictures. I waited all these years to contact anyone from Germany. I am ready to find a few of my "ol" Army buddies. I do not know HOW. Maybe some of you can help. I was with the 249th Engineer Battalion Company C (Gerzewski) 2nd Platoon Toolroom at first, then with Earthmoving & "my" jeep Jan1975-August 1976. It may take a while for me to get to a computer again (but not 35 more years). Please make a comment or two. I need my memory jogged. I was hoping to have a reunion "someday" with my favorites. Maybe this is how, WITH LOVE, PFC/ Spec 4 Leigh Ann Reedy

Ingrid Justice		31-Mar-2010 21:12
HELLO THERE, MY EX HUBBY WAS STATIONED AT GERZEWSKI BARRACKS IN 1955,1956. HE WAS A SEARGENT FIRST CLASS AND HIS NAME WAS RONNIE JUSTICE.HE DIED OF CANCER IN 1958.HE WAS THE LOVE OF MY LIFE AND WE HAD SUCH GOOD TIMES THERE AT THE BOWLING ALLEE AND THE BASE THEATER.I RELLY MISS THOSE TIMES AND WISH I COULD GO BACK IN TIME.IF ANYONE REMEMBERS US PLEASE E-MAL ME AT WINGS@VERIZON.NET

James Summers		27-Mar-2010 13:42
Great pictures Jean-Claude, they bring back a lot of memories for many G.I.'s I was stationed in Ettlingen at the Rheinland Kaserne with the 502nd. Engineer Company, "The Duece" from 65-68. Thanks.

JOE HUBBARD		26-Mar-2010 21:19
I WAS STATION IN KARLSRULE. BETWEEN THE YEAR'S OF 79 TO 81. I LOVE IT SO MUCH. I WAS STATION AT EITHER SMILLEY OR ETTIGIAN. I KNOW I WAS NOT FAR FROM THE RIENE RIVER. IT ONLY TOOK 5 MINUNT'S TOO GET THERE IN DANNY'S CAR. SPENT ALOT OF LUNCH'ES OUT THERE WITH MY FRIEND'S. I REMBER A FEW OF THEM . MELVIN RENFRO F. OPLACKA ALA. HE BROKE HIS LEG PLAYING FOOTBALL. THER WAS MIKE FROM SOUTH FLA. DANNY F. PA. WE WERE IN C. COMPANY 4TH PLATOON. MY NAME IS JOE HUBBARD F. JACKSONVILLE FLA. E'MAIL ME BACK IF ANYONE WAS THERE AT THE TIME.

Guest		23-Mar-2010 18:11
Was stationed w/the 56th aviation detachment in 1977-1980. Great pictures and reminder of how nice Karlsruhe was. This is Leone Pruden, can be reached@leonep@envipco.com

Guest		21-Mar-2010 20:17
Hi, I lost touch with people that I met at Neureut Kaserne. My name is Patricia Wackler, at the time it was Patricia Kalem. I was stationed there from 1975-1976. It was a good time then. My email is pwackler5@yahoo.com. Please contact me if you remember me,. I was stationed at the 502nd engineers but hung out at the 72nd Signal.

Robert Herrmann		21-Mar-2010 18:11
Hi Guys, I am looking for my father, Sergeant Richard Car, who was based at Ettlingen Rheinland Kaserne around 1967. Does anybody know my father or can finding more information. My e-mail is rgsherrmann@yahoo.com. Thanks in advance, Rob

Jeff Tolsma		05-Mar-2010 02:58
Jeff Tolsma I was stationed with B Co. 79th Engineer Bn. CBT HVY at Gerszewski Barracks from Dec. 1976 - May 1979. I really have alot of good memories from those days from Karlsruhe (Karl's Rest). I would like to hear from some of the guys I served with. Clayton Call, Jim Wurr, Glen Cozine, Mike O'nesty, Danny Hernandez, Rick Hughson or any of you guys from back in the day. My e-mail is badbirdta400@yahoo.com

PFC ERNEST A MORGAN		01-Mar-2010 02:42
I WAS STATIONED AT NUREUT KASERNE 72ND SIGNAL BATTALION IN 1973-1975 I WAS A MEMBER OF THE 72ND SIGNAL BATALLION HONOR GUARD I LOST ALL PHOTOS FROM THAT TIME AND WAS WONDERING IF SOMEONE HAS SOME THEY CAN SHARE WITH ME, THOSE WERE GREAT TIMES IN MY LIFE, I HAVE MORE OR LESS LOST THE USE OF MY LEGGS AND MEMORIES ARE MOSTLY WHAT I HAVE LEFT. LOVE YOU ALL AND MISS YOU SO MUCH, I WILL NEVER FORGET YO SSGT JOHNSON.

john wayne cambre		24-Feb-2010 01:24
I was at Phillips in 1963-65 502 Eng.(FB)Contact me at John.cambre@att.net

John Wayne Cambre		24-Feb-2010 01:20
My name is cambre I was stationed at Smiley for a short time than went Phillips. I'am looking for Bob Goken 502 Eng. 1964-66

Brian Allen		19-Feb-2010 01:55
That is so sad that Neureut Kaserne is gone, I was stationed their in the 502nd Engr Company from Nov 1983 til July 1985, I was their when Pat Murphy was their, email me at bkallen2000@yahoo.com if you were their at this time

Denise		18-Feb-2010 18:58
Hi I am looking for Jackson Witfield, spelling might differ, stationed in or around Karlsruhe Germany in 1966. Army. family from NJ.was dating christel H., thanks Denise

Pat Murphy		15-Feb-2010 02:33
Man thats sad to hear. I was at Neureut from 83-86. I was in the 324th sig co. It was a great time and place to be alive. Anyone that remembers me or my band Sabre give me a shout at murphyman1964@yahoo.com

Tom		14-Feb-2010 18:12
I wanted to let everyone know that Neureut, and Gerszewsky Kasernes are now demolished. Its very sad. I was stationed with the 502nd Engineers on Neureut from 91 to 94. I was down there last year. You wouldnt recognize the place.

Rene Couture		09-Feb-2010 15:47
....anyone from the old 529th FA Observation Bat...'54 '56 ? Headquarters Bat. ?

Guest		03-Feb-2010 04:52
looking for Rick Davis MP stationed in the Army at Karlsruhe Germany around 1986 any info helpful email deutsche1964@yahoo.com

Guest		03-Feb-2010 04:50
Hi I am searching for Rick Davis he was stationed at Karlsruhe Germany in 1986, Military Police any info is helpful

Jaye B Smith		02-Jan-2010 23:04
Hi, my name is Jaye B Smith, 406 Ing Con Bt, 1952 1953. Karlsruhe If you served with me , Feel free to contact me bjhtims@yahoo.com

Jaye B Smith		02-Jan-2010 22:44
Hi, my name is Jaye B Smith, 406 Ing Con Bt, 1952 1953. Karlsruhe

Jerry Hill		27-Dec-2009 07:18
I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne from November 90 to January 93 with the 324th Signal co. I worked in supply. Some people might remember me as "Tank" Hill. I was a lowly E2(highest ranking one in the army for a while). I worked with Spc Poronto and Sgt Green. I ran the arms room. When I got there 1SG Vanderbilt was thereand later we got 1SG Shearry and Cpt Heflin. I loved Germany and Karlsruhe and would love to go back someday and plan too. I am looking for any old friends, PFC Angelique Lazorizak, Spc Kevin Duncil, SSG Suitt. I am also looking for information on a German national I was engaged too at the time named Marion Cochimiglio. I want to get information from her about my daughter Natascha. Please feel free to contact me at hil113095@hotmail.com.

Ed Tamosaitis		24-Dec-2009 15:01
Edward Tamosaitis (Marbles) I was stationed at rhineland kasserne 71-74....Thanks for the pictures bringing back old memories....anyone who was there while i was feel free to contact me et60629@att.net

Jess (Ray) Keopke		20-Dec-2009 18:05
I was stationed at Rheinland kaserne, 502nd Engineer CO FB 1965-1966- and at Smiley Barrecks, 55th Engineer Co PB 1966-1968, I would like to hear from anyone that was stationed with me at 502nd, and the 55th. JessKeopke@aol.com

Guest		01-Dec-2009 09:30
Could go for some Weinerwald or some Rauchfangs(sp?) Chicken. B. Arts

Guest		01-Dec-2009 09:28
I was with the 66th MP 3rd PLT 1986-1988 went to Atlanta then Leavenworth, Mannheim Germany, now with the Fed Bureau of Prisons. Bruce Arts :barts@bop.gov. Remember sooo many of you guys...wanna make a Pforzheim run (Let's Dance Club).

ron dufek		19-Nov-2009 23:22
thanks for the great pics i was at smiley with the 66th mp 1981 to 1983

CARLOS E. URRUTIA		15-Nov-2009 13:40
I SERVED WITH THE 78th ENGINEER BATTALION AT PHILLIPS BARACKS 1957 - 1959 AND I AM VERY MUCH IMPRESSED WITH THE PHOTOS OF THE MODERN SITES. I ENJOYED MY TOUR OF DUTY THERE. SEDULITATE!

Rene Couture		10-Nov-2009 20:03
....to Ray Gerinhger...(sp)... I too served at Neureut '55..'56...529th...Headquarters Bn. Gyroscoped in June of '56.

Ralph		03-Nov-2009 19:57
Great website. I was with the 3rd Maint Bat 71-72. Will not forget the experience.

jerry		02-Nov-2009 16:29
hello everybody, who was with the 249th engineer Bt. in 1977, and remember a pretty tall black guy who went by the name Butler Jeff (or Jeffrey)??

aileen		25-Oct-2009 03:04
I was stationed at Smiley from 75-6 with the MP unit, had lots of fun and enjoyed the travel. The pix brought back many memories.

John High		21-Oct-2009 12:21
Nice web site. I was with the US Army Garrison at Smiley Barracks in Karlsruhe from Dec 1963 until mid May 1966. My MOS was 76E (QM Supply Spec). When I first arrived at the Garrison I wound up being the unit postal clerk for a few months and then did passports and IDs for a while. In 1964 I was assigned to the newly activated Unit Police (aumentees to the 285th MP Co) for a few months. Eventually I was assigned to the Commissary as a wharehouse supervisor (yes I was now actually working in my MOS) until I left there. Your pics brought back lots of memories. Thanks.

Bob Ginn		15-Sep-2009 22:16
A really great web site by Jim Reed 502nd Engineers circa 1967 goggle- rheinlandkasene.net

alex alcoser		11-Sep-2009 17:52
Rheinland Kaserne, 66-68, HHC,S-4,78th Engineers..loved the area so much i married a girl from Etttlingen..we go back quite often because of her family and because i want to always go back..all my kids speak German and now my grandkids are learning it..does anyone there know what happened to Christine Veid..her father had the Alter Fritz right outside the gate of the Kaserne..she would be about 56 now..i only saw her once when i returned..would like hear from anyone that was there at that time..my email is alexxa1998@aol.com

Jorge		29-Aug-2009 13:34
HI! I was stationed at Gerszewsky Barracks, Knielingen from oct 1963 throu sep 1965. Best time in my career. I would like to make contact with anyone who served there in the 18th Ord. Co. or the Medical Detachment.

Josue Munoz		29-Aug-2009 03:02
Hello I was in ettlingen 78th engr.bn C co.(amf) from may 1982 to nov.1983

Guest		05-Aug-2009 01:30
To Guest, Would exchange photos and experiences- raytray2@yahoo.com Ray

Ray		03-Aug-2009 15:26
I was stationed with the 285th from Feb. 59 to June 62.

Guest		24-Jul-2009 22:42
I was with the 285th MP Co Sep from 1959-62. Are there any old MP still alive who were there during those years?

Guest		15-Jun-2009 13:05
Thanks for the great pics... they sure brought back memories:) ... and even my long lost 'greatest love ever' - who I found after losing contact and almost 30 years later through your gallery posts.

Albert Beauchamp	PM reply	08-Jun-2009 04:14
I was posted with the 66th MP Co at Smiley Barracks Jan '84 to Sept '85, I along with my other MP Brothers have created a facebook group called "Veterans of 66th MP Co, 95th MP BN, Smiley Barracks, Karlsruhe Germany" to date we've gathered 36 of our friends together and are actively looking for others to join us...

Bob Littleton		05-Jun-2009 23:30
Wow I was with the 249th Eng. Bn. from 1981- 1987 Was the best time of my life would be great to hear from someone that was there , I was there with LTC Cahill, and other. worked in Graf also. Bob Littleton( blt1960@yahoo.com)

Bob Littleton		05-Jun-2009 23:27
Wow I was with the 249th Eng. Bn. from 1981- 1987 Was the best time of my life would be great to hear from someone that was there , I was there with LTC Cahill, and other. worked in Graf also. Bob Littleton

Guest		24-May-2009 12:36
I`m searching for any information about my father, Henry O(a)tis, he was stationed in Karlsruhe/Neureut, maybe in Ettlingen 1965/1966 at a age of ca 28, middlebrown-dark brown hair,ca 185cm, slim, athletic build. my mother's name was Elke Störtz. my email: Torino66@t-online.de, Linda Störtz

WILLIAM COWART		21-May-2009 01:45
William Cowart 547 sig. co. Neureut Kasern 66 to 67 My last post was on 31 dec. 2008. I did not have a good experience as some. I was the one that looked like a kid and carried a camera around most of the time. I was a kid,looking back. It was on one of my trips to the Rine River through the forest that I walked up on a gang bang of a young German girl. Camera in hand took I photos of that event.The line was a city block long. Being a kid and never seen such a thing, I got the hell away. Next day I got a visit,two not in uniform,looking for the neg. The negs. "disappeared". The pictures are still in my head.Being treated for PTSD and no way to prove it . Can anyone corroborate?Even if you just herd about it would help. I can be reached at JAXDISHGUY@yahoo.com

Thomas J. Radke	PM reply	20-Apr-2009 22:45
Hello All! I was stationed across town at Gerszewski Barracks in Knielingen from October 1974 - April 1977. Best time of my life! I moderate a Yahoo Groups site called Gerszewski_Barracks · Smiley - Neureut - Rheinland-Germersheim for all former members of the military and civilians who knew us when we served in the 50 years the US military was posted in the Karlsruhe area. Our current membership is 376 and growing. We'd be glad to have you join us. Lots of stories and photos submitted by members as well as messages posted through the day by our more active and engaged members. The site is located at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Gerszewski_Barracks/ membership is open and free but you need a Yahoo email address to join. These are free and easy to open, if you have a question on how to do this or about anything in general related to the site just email me at: Thomas_Joseph_Radke@yahoo.com I hope to see you there! Thomas J. Radke Moderator Yahoo Group - Gerszewski_Barracks · Smiley - Neureut - Rheinland-Germersheim

Guest		15-Apr-2009 00:29
Hello, I posted a message about a year ago looking for information about a Joe Durbin that would have been stationed in Karlsruhe around 1969 and stayed in the Smiley Barracks. If anyone has any information on this person please email me at zlac34@goldmail.etsu.edu He may have went by Richard Durbin, Joe Durbin, or Joseph Durbin. I am not sure that I am spelling the last name correctly but any help would be greatly appreciated.

larry	PM reply	08-Apr-2009 04:04
Hi my dad's second tour was to Karlsruhe. His name is Homer Brooks He was a master sargent and we were there 1960-63. We lived on Tennesse Strasse but did live on the economy for a while. Wish I could remember where it was. We lived over a slaughter house and there was a Hof Brau across the street while waiting for base housing. Of course it was normal for us but my children and grandchildren think we had it bad. I wouldnt trade being an Army Brat for anything. I was born in Germany on my dads first tour in Nurenburg. Do any of you remember my dad? My parents always taught us that we were guests in Germany and to treat people with respect and kindness. That was a great lesson as were many learned growing up in the Army Thank you so much for the pictures. They are beautiful!!!

Anthony m villadamigo		31-Mar-2009 16:36
RANK SPECIALIST/4 ANTHONY M VILLADAMIGO I was stationed in neurent kaser ne the 502nd engineer company river rats 2nd platoon from 1981 to 1984. The platoons 1-2-3 they called me VD wee, wwe ,wee, pork sound . I made every one in standing formation break out laughing and they could not fine me. I have some one who remembers me specialist/4 Richard Barber and first sgt retired Robert Coleman who became a minister in remained in karlsruhe germany with his family god blees him he was great. if you remember me call me at 786- 230-4531 miami florida e-mail villadamigo@comcast.net hear from soon 502nd engineer company river rats.

Jim Hoffman		31-Mar-2009 03:41
502nd River Rats 1982 to 1984, Thanks for the memories! I have been back many times but never seem to get back to Karlsruhe.

Ed Roberts		22-Mar-2009 19:06
Hi I was stationed in Karlruhe from 7/1957 to 12/1958. 25th Signal Bn. E Roberts

Bernard McWilliams (SMACK)		22-Mar-2009 17:47
I was stationed at the ZOO, 79 to 81 at 79th eng bat. Had many friends there and the 249th. Any one remembering Bernard McWilliams (SMACK) please contact bmcwlms@bellsouth.net. I "near about lived at the A-Bar" (EXIL PUB) with Lisa, Lutz, Tracy and the fuzzy haired kid. Trying to remember the skinny gal waitress that was married to my platoon sgt. oh well, can`t remember it all There was a girl I went out with a while named Barb Taetrau from Biminji Minn. not sure of the spelling of the last nane. She was military to. Great pictures and if anyone remembers any of this please contact me. James "CRASH" McGrath I am looking for you too, from the 249th.

James E. Flowers		19-Mar-2009 02:02
I was stationed at Neureut Kasern from 09/70 - 01/72. I was with the 72nd SB. I was one of the guys sent to the Stockade for disobeying Capt. Beck. Any one there during this period? Remember Flanders Gaymon from Florida, James E. Polk (Sweet Daddy Sip) from Mississippi. Can't remember the others.

mila		17-Mar-2009 20:55
Hi, Can you help me trace: Brian Smart B.Co 79th eng. Bn. 18th Eng Bde Apo. N.Y. 09369 Box# 118 We met in '85 -'86 in Nijmegen, with the 4-day marches in the Netherlands. We were good friends, but we lost touch somehow. I would love to know how he is, what he does etc. Please can you help me? Kind regards, Mila Hermans 0623776969

Guest		07-Mar-2009 12:51
Hi Tony it is Bill Arrington ,the guesthouse Missigners, was about 2or3blocks down from the front gate, on the left. D you ever go to the zoo? It was small but it always fun on a Sat or Sun. I married my wife in Karlsruhe, thats her home town. We had our 43th anniversary the 18th of Fed. I always said , igot to of Germany's best things, my wife and Moniger Beer. Well got to go later. Bill Arrington

Guest		28-Feb-2009 09:21
Hi Tony The EM Club was great, I love the food there.Iam in my later 60's and I got to see Bill Haley and the Comets one Sunday , the drinks were cheap, I was always low on momey at the end of the month. When I left Post, I would stop at a guest house called Missigners. Did you go there? I 'd take the bus down town to the carnival if it was in town. We all loved the beer tent and the singing. Did you ever go to the castle? We would go to the in door pool, to meet girls. well I got to good I'll get back to you Later Bill Arrington

Guest		25-Feb-2009 02:53
Tony I was sation Neureut the same time as you, and the same Co. My barracks was right across from the motorpooland I was ACo. Look something has just come up I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Almost forgot my name is Bill Arrington.

Tony Font		19-Feb-2009 17:07
My name is Tony Font, I was station in Karlsruhe Neureut Kaserne. 64- 66, inThe 547th signal battalion stratcom, like to hear from any one who was there. Hope to hear some comments. Miss the flip tops and the EM Club.

Bianka		17-Feb-2009 19:06
Hi.i am looking for a guy named Frederic Williams.He was stationed in the Rheinland Barracks.I met him 1990 his Company was the Charly Company.Do anybody knows him or know anything about him,where he is now or anything else?Please all information i would appreciate.Mails to jellicle_cats2001@yahoo.de

Guest		16-Feb-2009 02:14
Hi Tom, glad to hear from you. The frist syop I made when I was on my way down town was Missigners. I went back three times to Karlsruhe. I met my wife Inge there.Moniger Beer was great. My inlaws would send me a 6 pack at Xmas. By the way the 18thof Feb we will be married 43 years, I got a wife and Moniger beer from Karlsruhe. I'll get back to you later, thanks for your message. Bill Arrington

THOMAS R. PASTORIUS		14-Feb-2009 02:11
I was stationed at Neuruet Kasaren from Oct-68 until Aug-70. I was assigned to Company B 72nd Sig Bn.I enjoyed the guest house near the post called Messigners and the Moniger Beer and Strawberry Wine.. I though the pyrmid in the center of Karlshrue was a memorial to the german war dead only to find out in later years it had something to the person who designed. It is still the only place I bben where the weather was given in different shades of gray. I alos enjoyed listening to Radio Luxenbourgh

Guest		10-Feb-2009 17:37
WilliamL. Arrington-I was station in Karlsruhe Neureut Kaserne. 64- 66, inThe 547th signal battalion stratcom, like to hear from any one who was there. Hope to hear some comments

Guest		10-Feb-2009 17:37
WilliamL. Arrington-I was station in Karlsruhe Neureut Kaserne. 64- 66, inThe 547th signal battalion stratcom, like to hear from any one who was there. Hope to hear some comments

Guest		07-Feb-2009 00:06
I was station at Gerzewski Barracks 18th Ord. DS From'57 to '59.those were great times in Germany

Guest		07-Feb-2009 00:05
I was station at Gerzewski Barracks 18th Ord. DS From'57 to '59.those were great times in Germany

Daniel Bosak		01-Feb-2009 02:42
I was with the 620th Repair Parts in Neureut from 1965-1967,seems like yesterday

david Comer		31-Jan-2009 03:46
I was stationed at Gerzewski Barracks, HHC, 249th from 1976 to 1979...the posting by Dennis Edwards....I knew Dennis back then....we nick named him "stiffman" because of his pose' ....After I ets'd back home he sent me a bottle of Jagermister. I do have many fond memories of the 249th ECB. If you wander back here and read this Denise, send a email. I only heard from Rich Mimitz? once after I got out. Do wonder how Sheldon is doing. I have alot of great pics too somewhere--need to dust them off and post them somewhere. dcomer@gonzaga.edu

david Comer		31-Jan-2009 03:44
I was stationed at Gerzewski Barracks, HHC, 249th from 1976 to 1979...the posting by Dennis Edwards....I knew Dennis back then....we nick named him "stiffman" because of his pose' ....After I ets'd back home he sent me a bottle of Jagermister. I do have many fond memories of the 249th ECB. If you wander back here and read this Denise, send a email. I only heard from Rich Mimitz? once after I got out. Do wonder how Sheldon is doing. I have alot of great pics too somewhere--need to dust them off and post them somewhere.

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Guest		30-Jan-2009 04:37
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Robert Manson		30-Jan-2009 04:34
I was with the HHC 565th Engineer Battalion 10/83 to 4/85. One of the best times of my life. It was great seeing the photos. Anyone out there from that time wouldn't mind hearing - Is Fortuna's still open?

Robert Manson		30-Jan-2009 04:34
I was with the HHC 565th Engineer Battalion 10/83 to 4/85. One of the best times of my life. It was great seeing the photos. Anyone out there from that time wouldn't mind hearing - Is Fortuna's still open?

Randy Janes		28-Jan-2009 04:14
Just love the pix..and thank you. Just found this site. I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne from late '69 thru 4/71. worked in S-2 102nd sig bn until it's demise..then sig bn 72 USATCC HHC and worked as company clerk. Anyone at Smiley or Neureut during that time may remember my brand new 1970 blue BMW 2002 that I was so proud of. I worked for CPT James G. Hilderbrand (sp?) and and CPT James Dyer. My best friends were CPT Doug Addington, CPT Roger Hill, CPT Mike Osbourne, 1LT Jeff Hostetter and 1LT Wayne Ching..along with dozens of em's. e-mail me at randyj993@hotmail.com. Had many good times at the theater and downtown Karlsruhe and loved going on trips to Heidelberg castle and to the px at Stuttgart for stereo equipment.

Gary Cooper		26-Jan-2009 01:20
Great Pics! Thanks for posting them! I was with the 385th MP's in Smiley Barracks from 1967 to 1968. Loves Karlsruhe and the castles! Stuart Beaton contact me: FloridaCoop@webtv.net.

jimsterl	PM reply	22-Jan-2009 18:16
I was stationed in Gerszewski barracks, 25th signal bn.,co A in 1958 to 1960. Enjoyed many fliptops in a little bar in a small village that was to the left of the front gate. Still remember Danny the taxi driver who had a mercedes. Loved my tour there. Retired in 78 . Jim sterling

Guest		21-Jan-2009 03:27
many great memorys.i was an army brat in the late 50's.we lived in both ettilngen(a hotel next to the church-never forget the bells) theh we moved to paul revere village in karlsruhe.i was born in munich on my dad's second tour after the war and we lived in garmisch.ahhhh but to live it all over agin............

Stuart Clark		19-Jan-2009 23:32
Thank you for the great pictures. I was stationed at Smiley Barracks with the 66th MP Co. in 1981-82. Being stationed in Karlsruhe was a great assignment for the number of US troops was much less than that of Hanau, where I was previously based. I met some great people while with the 66th and left with many interesting stories and great memories. Are the kasernes still be used by US military? I loved Karlsruhe and hope to return one day.

scott gilbert		16-Jan-2009 21:35
Looking for other service buddies, 1993-1995 72nd Sig Bn at Neureut

blarny	PM reply	13-Jan-2009 18:59
I was stationed at Smiley with the 55th PB 1964 to 1966

william cowart		31-Dec-2008 19:47
I was also station at Neureut Kasern 1967-1968 when the 552nd was changed over to the 72nd "c" company and was relocated to Fort Huachuca Az. I have lots of pictures, would like to post soon. Would like to hear from you guys. I'm the guy that always carried a cameria and took picts four you to send back home. Does eny one know what hapened to that young German girl that had sex with all those GI's. in the woods back of the Kaserne. I still wounder if she is ok, or if she is allive,does she have a name?? It sure would put my mind to rest knowing she was ok. Reach me at ...JaxDishGuy@yahoo.com

Jeffrey K.		27-Dec-2008 05:36
I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne 1982-1984. 269th Sig Co., 2nd HF platoon. RATT Rigs (always out in the field). Great photos. Brought back some great memories. I can still taste those little schnitzle sandwiches and Schwaben Brau's from the bowling alley on post.

Tom Morse		10-Dec-2008 03:33
I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne Nov 71 - Apr 74, attached to the 72nd Sig Bn USATOC Tropo plt. Lived off base in Neureut, Kirchfeld and Eggenstein (to many parties kept having to move). Been trying to locate anyone from that era. Was back in 1986 and was a lot different then can't imagine what it's like now! t.morse@msn.com

Michael Reddell		01-Dec-2008 04:37
I was stationed at Gerszewski Barracks in Karlsruhe with the 249th Engineer Battalion, B company from about January 1986 until July 1987. I ran the bar upstairs in out company when I was a short-timer if anyone remembers or was there back then, shoot me an email. -Mike

Michael Reddell		01-Dec-2008 04:24
I was stationed at Gerszewski Barracks in Karlsruhe with the 249th Engineer Battalion, B company from about January 1986 until July 1987. I ran the bar upstairs in out company when I was a short-timer if anyone remembers or was there back then, shoot me an email. -Mike

harry wilks		21-Nov-2008 03:02
Greetings ,I just loved your pics I m still in Awe.I was stationed on smiley barracks.in 1968 thru 1970 co.c 385th mps keggler and krugger where the german police we worked with.both were amazing guys.i have alot of pics of the convoys we escorted all over germany the BIG RED 1. but at this time don t have a way to post them.my names Harry wilks. i havent heard from any of the guys so if any one was there with me i love to hear from you. i did hear from david crawford once .but not again since (.jabber) jaward jawor (wheaties) brian wheatstone just to mention a few and (jonesy) marcious jones, oliver mcqueen hopeing to hear from you guys thanks for your pic they are a work of art.oh yes we used to races hot rods at neureut kass.

stuart beaton		19-Nov-2008 17:20
I was at Smiley Barracks in 66 to Sept 68 with C Co 385 MP . Loved Karlsruhe. Lived on the economy in Neureut Baden, on the corner of Waldenser Str and Baren Weg! Great pics indeed.

Joe Sing		30-Oct-2008 17:17
I enjoyed your pictures. I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne in 1967 - 1969 and have many good memories of the people and surounding area. I was stationed with USATCC and belive it was part of the 201 Signal Battalion. Would like to hear from anyone and share any pictures. Contact me at joesing@sbcglobal.net

Sarah and Tom Moneer		28-Sep-2008 03:19
My husband and I were in Germany January 2006. We had a wonderful time visiting with our family there. We hope to go back again. What a beautiful city. Your pics are lovely. I really get homesick for Karlsruhe.

John High		18-Sep-2008 14:09
Hi, great pics. I was assigned to the USA Garrison at Smiley Barracks from Dec 8, 1963 until mid May 1966 when I rotated back to the states for discharge. I was born in Mannheim in 1947. I absolutely enjoyed my time in Karlsrhue.

andrea1403	PM reply	10-Sep-2008 13:51
Hello everyone! I'm looking for the whereabouts of Kevin Fisher and Mike Giles, both were stationed at Neureut caserne, 72nd Sig.Btn. Kevin left Germany approx. in 1994 and went to Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Mike was moved to Rheinland Caserne Ettlingen and left Germany in '95, I believe. Any information would be great! Thanks, Andrea akarin69@yahoo.com

Jess (Ray) Keopke		05-Sep-2008 06:00
Bob, I think I remember you as well, contact me at Jesskeopke@aol.com

David Clark	PM reply	04-Sep-2008 22:31
Tamara Kutterer, Please email me at djclark47@gmail.com

Bob Ginn		31-Aug-2008 20:25
Thanks for the great site. I was stationed at Rheinland Kaserne 502 nd Engineers. A US i left early. Altough, as i look back i only have great memories of my time in Germany "late '65 to spring '67. The name Keopke rings a bell. Were you a Boat operator? I remember a recuit falling off the freezeing metal planks of a bridge span we were constucting over the Rhine with chunks of ice floating by and this private slips and falls in the river lucky for him, boat operators were down river, and pulled him out. I think that operators name was King (he used to hang out with a lifer name of Smily) Good times foozeball games and lots of German Beer and Weiner Sniztel with Home Fries for 5 marks. Oh, and those October Fests were out of this world.

Bob Ginn		31-Aug-2008 20:25
Thanks for the great site. I was stationed at Rheinland Kaserne 502 nd Engineers. A US i left early. Altough, as i look back i only have great memories of my time in Germany "late '65 to spring '67. The name Keopke rings a bell. Were you a Boat operator? I remember a recuit falling off the freezeing metal planks of a bridge span we were constucting over the Rhine with chunks of ice floating by and this private slips and falls in the river lucky for him, boat operators were down river, and pulled him out. I think that operators name was King (he used to hang out with a lifer name of Smily) Good times foozeball games and lots of German Beer and Weiner Sniztel with Home Fries for 5 marks. Oh, and those October Fests were out of this world.

ROBERT BACON		31-Aug-2008 18:04
HELLO I WAS AT SMILEY BARRACKS FROM 1960 -1964. CAPT JONES I DID NOT CARE FOR. SGT COLE WAS REALY COOL. WRITE IF YOU REMBER ME. BOB BACON.

ROBERT BACON		31-Aug-2008 18:04
HELLO I WAS AT SMILEY BARRACKS FROM 1960 -1964. CAPT JONES I DID NOT CARE FOR. SGT COLE WAS REALY COOL. WRITE IF YOU REMBER ME. BOB BACON.

Jess (Ray) Keopke		24-Aug-2008 06:06
I was stationed at Rheinland Kaserne in 1965 with the 502nd Engineer Company (FB). Made SGT E-5, and transfered to the 55th Engineer Company (PB) at Smiley Barracks in Karlsruhe. Would like to hear from anyone that served in the 502nd and the 55th between 1965 and 1968.

Anita Mokoid		22-Jul-2008 16:04
At 62 yrs of age, I have decided to research the family tree. My maternal grandmother was Emilia Johanna Fuchs who lived in Karlsruhe until she came to the USA at age 21. WWI broke out and she never returned. She was born around 1892 and often spoke of the sites...parks, trains (her father was an engineer), school and also spoke of an uncle, a sculptor, who I am also trying to research (I am an art teacher in CT). Your photographs are beautiful and now I have to come to Germany to see all the places she spoke of in our conversations over the dinner table. My grandparents raised me from birth in a time when that was not a popular or easy thing to do and now this might help me know the young woman who was so brave to leave her comfortable home seeking adventure in her 21st year of life. Thank you again for a wonderful introduction to my search.

Anita Mokoid		22-Jul-2008 16:04
At 62 yrs of age, I have decided to research the family tree. My maternal grandmother was Emilia Johanna Fuchs who lived in Karlsruhe until she came to the USA at age 21. WWI broke out and she never returned. She was born around 1892 and often spoke of the sites...parks, trains (her father was an engineer), school and also spoke of an uncle, a sculptor, who I am also trying to research (I am an art teacher in CT). Your photographs are beautiful and now I have to come to Germany to see all the places she spoke of in our conversations over the dinner table. My grandparents raised me from birth in a time when that was not a popular or easy thing to do and now this might help me know the young woman who was so brave to leave her comfortable home seeking adventure in her 21st year of life. Thank you again for a wonderful introduction to my search.

Eli Gonzales		17-Jul-2008 09:43
I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne in Karlsruhe, Germany from Nov.89 till July 92 with the 50Duece of the 565 Engineer Battalion. I was a 94 Bravo, Food Service Specialist. I had a lot of good times there and have tried to contact a old buddie but with no luck named Micheal Dowler. He was a cook also and was from Mandan, N.D. Mike always spoke of the buffalos on his land and how cold the winters were in N.D.-explains why he adapted to the cold weather in Germany. I always spoke of the upper 90 degree temps. during our summers and the high crime rate of my hometown of Houston, Texas. Over the years I've often wondered what ever became of some of the cooks I served with, like Sgt. Rodney McDonald of Cleveland,Ohio and Sgt. Bell and Spec.Davis and SFC.Willie Smith all from North Carolina. You guys read this- I'm still listed in Houston, Tx.

tamara	PM reply	07-Jun-2008 14:47
Hi! I'm looking for a man called Robert Yauch, who was stationed in the Neureut barracks in 1988/89/90. His birthday is on 27 July. I guess he had come from Pennsylania. I guess his batallion was 502 engineer batallion. Does anybody know this man ? Any information I would appreciate. Thanks.Tamara.Kutterer@gmx.de

Andy Freeman		28-May-2008 20:24
What a time! I was stationed here from 1981-1984. Charlie Co. 78th En. Tackle Football every weekend out in the open field. Beer at the two lane bowling alley. PT runs out the gate and through the grape vineyards.

Ethleen BELISLE		19-May-2008 22:48
My great grandfather; George Frederick BAYER was born in Weingarten Karlsruhe Germany listed as Baden 9-27-1800. He came to Philadelphia PA U S A in 1830 with sister Henriette BAYER. He joined the German Settlement Society and founded Hermann, MO U S A He was well educated and a musician. We have no other information. Does anyone know where he lived in the Karlsruhe area? I am seventy eight years of age. ethelburt19@charter.net Ethleen BELisle Sandi

Ethleen BELISLE		19-May-2008 22:48
My great grandfather; George Frederick BAYER was born in Weingarten Karlsruhe Germany listed as Baden 9-27-1800. He came to Philadelphia PA U S A in 1830 with sister Henriette BAYER. He joined the German Settlement Society and founded Hermann, MO U S A He was well educated and a musician. We have no other information. Does anyone know where he lived in the Karlsruhe area? I am seventy eight years of age. ethelburt19@charter.net Ethleen BELisle Sandi

Guest		15-May-2008 10:53
Does anyone know a "PAUL HIGGINS" based at Smiley Barracks in 1964? help is needed

Elvira		13-May-2008 02:00
I am from Karlsruhe but spend a lot of my free time from school in Ettlingen ,it was where my Aunt used to live .I was home 2001 the last time and this really gets me homesick .Great Pictures .

Elvira		13-May-2008 02:00
I am from Karlsruhe but spend a lot of my free time from school in Ettlingen ,it was where my Aunt used to live .I was home 2001 the last time and this really gets me homesick .Great Pictures .

Guest		30-Apr-2008 01:29
I am looking for a man named Joseph Durbin that was stationed in Karlsruhe and stayed in the smiley barracks in 1969. If anyone has any information about this man please contact me at ptmadfritz@incredimail.com

sonnbarb		29-Apr-2008 03:17
I was with 22nd Quartermaster Co.1952-1954 in Smiley barracks

vicdalessio		14-Apr-2008 07:00
with 809th when disbanded in 76. had lots of good times. if your out there contact vicdalessio809@yahoo.com

vicdalessio		14-Apr-2008 06:52
again with 809th in 76 when disbanded,you were a great crew. if your out there contact vicdalessio809@yahoo.com hope to hear from OLD friends!

vic dalessio		13-Apr-2008 10:44
was with 809th in 76 when disbanded

Guest	PM reply	03-Apr-2008 20:47
Nice pictures! Congratulations! If anyone is interested in Karlsruhe pics, check www.ndomo.de - there are a lot of street and house pics. Please, add any pics - it is free and you are welcome!

Ray Gehringer		25-Mar-2008 23:07
Stationed at Neuredt Kaserne in 1955 & 56 with 529th FA Obsn Btn. Picures brought back many good memories of Karlsruhe and the village of Neuredt

george m. berberian		23-Feb-2008 18:23
i was stationed at smiley barracks 1957/1959. 285 m.p. co. I had a great time in germany. Imet my wife in karlsruhe and we got married in1959

george m. berberian		23-Feb-2008 18:23
i was stationed at smiley barracks 1957/1959. 285 m.p. co. I had a great time in germany. Imet my wife in karlsruhe and we got married in1959

george m. berberian		23-Feb-2008 18:23
i was stationed at smiley barracks 1957/1959. 285 m.p. co. I had a great time in germany. Imet my wife in karlsruhe and we got married in1959

jack peavey		22-Feb-2008 14:06
i was with the 55th eng at smiley barricks from jan 59 to jan 62 would like to hear from anyone who was with the 55th then.

jack peavey		22-Feb-2008 14:06
i was with the 55th eng at smiley barricks from jan 59 to jan 62 would like to hear from anyone who was with the 55th then.

jack peavey		22-Feb-2008 14:06
i was with the 55th eng at smiley barricks from jan 59 to jan 62 would like to hear from anyone who was with the 55th then.

jack peavey		22-Feb-2008 14:06
i was with the 55th eng at smiley barricks from jan 59 to jan 62 would like to hear from anyone who was with the 55th then.

angela		18-Feb-2008 13:43
These pictures are amazing! Thank you so much for posting them. My husband and I were stationed there in the mid '90's. He was in C and them Bco and I was in A co 44th Signal BN. We have so many memories. Does anyone remember the pub down the street? I think I know Wade. Did you know Heather Blake (she is now married)? My name was Carlson.

Guest		21-Jan-2008 23:03
Im from KHE and im glad i found those Pics...thx soooo much...Manuela

Guest		16-Jan-2008 18:04
Bruce Harvey MacGregor,lived at Rheinland Kaserne 85-87. Loved Ettlingen and all my German friends there. The Schleuse was our home away from home ! Coming back there summer 2009,can't wait to see how the place has changed! email me photo's of Ettlingen/Rheinland Kaserne at " BlackFlagKey@aol.com " Love to see them

Simone	PM reply	16-Jan-2008 01:15
Jerry, Alex and I were as close as sisters. how are you? E-mail me simone.wade@level3.com

JERRY		12-Jan-2008 10:19
Simone do you have sister "Alex" I was @ smiley from 92-94 nic name Poe.

Simone	PM reply	04-Jan-2008 21:29
Oh I am getting homesick looking at this! I was born in Ettlingen and lived there till 1997. My husband was stationed at Rheinland. I still have so many friends there Silke, Mara, Andrea, Marion, Carmen....... Wow any picks of the Alten Fritz anybody??

Bret		04-Jan-2008 19:50
I was stationed in Ettlingen when They closed Reinland down. They moved 44th Sig. to Mannheim. My wife is from Ettlingen and I have a ton of photos. If anyone is interested just Email me @ wade94@fairpoint.net

Dale Craver		04-Dec-2007 03:04
I was stationed at Smiley barracks from Jan.1987 to Aug. 1989. I loved my time there and especially the famous smiley burgers. I traveled all around the Country and I would love to hear from the folks I served with there. craver4@adelphia.net It was an amazing time and I think about it alot. I would love to see more photos if anyone has any.

Mark Manduca		02-Dec-2007 15:07
Great photos, even greater memories. I was with the 78th. I was in S-3 and my wife was the Bn Secretery (DOD). We both agree it was our best times together good or bad. We still talk and wonder about all the people we knew there. What a crazy and wonderful 4 years that was. Thanks for the memories........

B. Arts		12-Nov-2007 18:27
The last time that I was there was back in '95 after the wall came down, the first time was from 85 to 88. I have fond memories of Smiley Barracks and those "smiley burgers." I was with the 66th MP Company, yep a "mud puppy." Things changed sooo much since then. I am planning a trip back when I retire in 2019, over 32 years of federal service.

Wayne McKinley		11-Nov-2007 07:44
Wonderful Photos. They bring back great memories! I was at the Ettlingen, Rheinland Kaserne from 83 to 85. Engineer Batallion. Spent a lot of time in Graff but this was my Kaserne. It was great and i will never forget the good times I had in Germany. Castles in every town, Volks marches the Black forest the October fess in Stutgart was the best time in the world...Repelling off cliffs, sking down the The Zugspitze mountain, Quest houses and Beer. Thanks for the photos I'll share them with my family...

Dave McKillop		28-Oct-2007 23:19
I was stationed @ Neureut Kaserne with the 552nd Signal Company from March 1967 to April 1968, at which time the unit was deactivated and became Company C, Signal Battalion 72 and was relocated to Fort Huachuca, AZ. I really enjoyed my time in Karlsruhe, and have many fond memories of friends I made, and places I saw. I look forward to returning some day. Thanks for sharing your great pictures.

Chuck		24-Oct-2007 19:54
Chuck: I was stationed at Smiley Barracks,USAEUR 1960-1962. Wow those pic's bring back memories. I had a cushy job, I supplied all the needs for EM Clubs, at Etllingen, Grezewski, Neureut. Most of you guys who have posted comments were there after I was. I saw a picture of what was left of Smiley Barracks, and it broke my heart. Many fond memories of that part of the world.Beautiful country.

Guest		26-Sep-2007 20:57
Stationed with the 565th Engineers, 502nd River Rats in Karlsruhe 1984. Photos bring back lots of memories, great job! I have returned to Germany several imes but never back to Karlsruhe. Jim Hoffman

Robert Cline		03-Sep-2007 14:27
Glad to have stumbled across your website. You have posteed beautiful photos. I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne as a 31M40, radio relay, with Company B, 201st Signal Batallion from 1964 to 1967. The company remained Company B, but the unit was changed to Stratcom before I left. When I first arrived, we held exercises in France. I was sent to Verdun. That was the last French & American military exercise before the US was asked to leave France.

Ken		25-Aug-2007 22:03
I was with the 809th engineers when they disbanded in 1976, my first assignment. My first impression of Neureut Kaserne was, why did i have to sent to this dump, but it turned out to be a Great place and a wonderful area. I read somewhere that the Kaserne had been bulldozed, dont know if that is fact or not, someday soon hope to go back for a visit to Karlsruhe area.

Michael Harlan Stachelrodt		02-Aug-2007 19:46
Great pictures, it made feel like I back thier, I was stationed at Karlsruhe from 79 till 82, it was the best time I can remember, I miss all the friends I made thier, if any one was in the 593rd, drop me a e-mail.....

Blaise		03-Jul-2007 18:42
HI i was station Rhineland Kaserne from 1960 to 1962 Iwas asign to the 77th Eng Bn HQ&Hq CO.Iwould like to herh from anybody that was there . Ican be reach at blaisebabin@bellsouth.net

Pat Murphy		28-Jun-2007 01:06
I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne (324th Signal) from 83-86. Your pics brought back so many memories. Thank you!!!!!

1SG Uriegas		15-Jun-2007 07:43
I was stationed at Neuret Kasern from 1987 to 1989 and had a blast there, I was assigned to the 269th signal company under 5th signal command and had a real good time there. I lived towards the back next to where the engineers lived. Good memories

Spec 5 Dennis Magee		31-May-2007 20:38
I was at Neureut Kaserne from Jan. 1969 to Aug. 1970 in the Signal Corp HHC. It was a crazy but great time.

Ron Scott		27-May-2007 02:01
I was at Neureut Kaserne from June 64 to Dec 66. 40th Ordance Co.

Max Mora		23-May-2007 15:24
I was stationed with HHC, 18th Engineer Brigade at Smiley Barracks from 1978 to 1980. Really enjoyed seeing pictures of the area.

Dennis Edwards		21-May-2007 20:52
I was with HHC, 249th Engineers 76-80 then, JAGC, Karlsruhe Community Judge Advocates Office, Gerzewski Bks 80-81. What beautiful photos! Karlsruhe and its surrounding communities are close to my heart and quick in memory. Sometimes, I take a few (few?!) to drift back... to wonder about a young man in new, foreign surroundings. I have some pics of my and my (then) wife's time in Karlsruhe. Maybe, I'll warm up the scanner and add some of my memories. I'd appreciate any photos of my former home, especially of Gerzewksi (then and now)m the 249th Engineers, and JAGC from 12/76 - 9/80.

David R Paul		20-May-2007 14:10
I was there from July 1956 to July 1957 with the Hg Det of 516th Sig Grp. Many pleasant weekend afternoons in Karlsruhe.

Dennis Hoffman		19-May-2007 06:07
Mike Weber E-mail me at oldrudedog1@aol.com

Dennis Hoffman		19-May-2007 06:03
I was stationed at Neureut fron mid 66 to Dec. 67. I was in the 547th sig. co. I do believe I was there just before Mike Weber (post below ) left for the states. I have a picture of a short timers party and you are in it. Anybody else stationed there e-mail me. Pictures bring back fond memories of the time I was over there.

Jess Keopke		15-Apr-2007 19:24
I was stationed at the Rheinland Kaserne in Ettlingen in 1964. I was with the 502nd Engineer Floating Bridge company, and I am thrilled to find these pictures of the kaserne, and around Ettlingen and Karlsruhe. I transferred from the 502nd to the 55th Engineer Panel bridge company at Smiley Barracks in Karlsruhe after making SGT E-5, and stayed at Smiley Barracks in Karlsruhe until I left Germany in late 1967. These pictures of the Rheineland Kaserne, and other pictures of Ettlingen and Karlsruhe are greatly appreciated.

Guest		05-Apr-2007 01:21
my name is leon martin. i was stationed at neureut from june 62 til jan. 65 ina co. ist signal about middle way if anyone remembers one winter we had a big snowman by our barracks martins@slic.com

Jim Housman		18-Mar-2007 02:38
I was stationed at Neureut from about October of 1965 until January of 1967. I loved Germany, hated the Army. I was in the 2nd Maint Btn., located at the back corner of the Kaserne. I was back there in 1995. First we couldn't find the site, even then I could hardley recognize it. I would love to know more about the history. Jim Housman jjhman@comcast.net

alex		11-Mar-2007 13:05
I was with the 78th Engineers , HHC S-4..was there from 66-68..beautiful area..wife is from Ettlingen..i have a pix of myself going to town ..i was at the front gate..now i have photos of my 4 kids with me at the same gate..will soon have another photo of myself and my granddaughter..how many guys can say that..lol..lol..we go back quite often..will be there Easter monday thru first part of may..my kids all speak German and now my granddaughter is also learning..many old places still there..Rheinland is half gone..the back part..the Kulisse, bar and kino is now where the theater used to be..headquarters are apartments, nco club building has offices and gasthaus at the entrance..i go there have a beer and think back of the many times we went up the stairs to the club...i keep contact with a couple of friends. i am from Harlingen, Texas..email Alexxa1998@aol.com

mike smith		02-Feb-2007 20:50
Great photos. I was stationed in neureut kaserne, 2nd maint bn, 1964 1966. Trying to remember Robert Murphy but can't recall. It was a beautifull place and such an interesting time. We were truly a wild bunch in those days.

marie-jose wolff	PM reply	28-Jan-2007 21:40
très belle ambiance à Karlsruhe!

Bob Ressler		29-Dec-2006 16:33
My name is Bob Ressler, I was stationed at Rheinland-Kaserne from 1982 - 1986. I would love any info and pictures that you can send me. I loved it when I was over there Karlsruhe and Ettlingen are so beautiful. I do miss the area. You can contact me at: resslers44646@yahoo.com These pictures bring back so many memories and the photo's are great Quality also.

Guest		25-Dec-2006 10:00
I was born in Ettlingen in 58 and i still live here very close to former rheinland-kaserne. A lot has changed in our city. Who wants to have some pics ? my address is mackert.thomas@web.de

Mike		16-Oct-2006 04:42
Your photos brought back memories. I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne in 1965-66. I believe it was 547th Signal Stratcom. Our billets were near the gate, across from the Movie Theater. My friend Fred Sigmon, a civilian, used to spend a lot of time at the photography shop towards the back. Would be interested in hearing from others who were at Neureut Kaserne during this time. Mike Weber

Dale		02-Oct-2006 19:31
I was with the 78th.Engineers in Ettlingen from 71 to 74. Rheinland kersern. I understand that most of it is gone, Any old pictures or new one's of the base anyone has, if they could e-mail me them. I will pass anything I have on to others. Thank you.... Dale

Guest		28-Jul-2006 20:13
I was stationed at Neureut Kaserne 1964- 1966 at the 2nd Augumentation maintainence bn. As I recall you went thru the gate to the right and all the way to the end for our barracks and we had the motor pool and truck park across the way. It was a beautiful area around the village and into Karlshrue. Robert Murphy

Daryl		09-Jul-2006 19:04
Carl, I was also in the 58th at that time, I am sp4 Ball. It was a great place!

J R		19-Jun-2006 00:10
Beautiful photos! I spent many years in Karlsruhe and Ettlingen - truely lovely cities which you have captured well in your outstanding photos. I am researching Ettlingen's Rheinland Kaserne where I was stationed as a US soldier in 1966 and 67. I would appreciate anyone who lives in or near Ettlingen and would like to help to please email me. I have some questions about how the kaserne is being used today. Thank you! Write in German or English.

Wolfgang		30-May-2006 14:29
Hello, I am living in Ettlingen. All the pictures are excellent. Super.

Carl		30-May-2006 13:17
This also brings back memories of when I was in the Army stationed in Neureut Kaserne in 85 and 86 with 58th signal.

Dana		15-Apr-2006 15:35
Beautiful photos. They bring back fond memories from when I was in the Army and stationed at Neureut Kaserne, in Karlsruhe, Germany.

carol j. phipps	PM reply	02-Dec-2005 22:25
Wonderful gallery. The shadow puppets are great.

Eldar Kadymov	PM reply	11-Oct-2004 17:13
So nice and tranquil, great shots

Yiannis Pavlis	PM reply	10-Aug-2004 04:10
i love those photos nice and natural cheers.

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