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Ettlingen, Rheinland Kaserne

Earlier Kaserne in Ettlingen
Earlier Kaserne in Ettlingen		 Ettlingen
Ettlingen
Ettlingen.
Ettlingen.		 Ettlingen Kaserne
Ettlingen Kaserne
Circus in the earlier Rheinland Kaserne
Circus in the earlier Rheinland Kaserne		 Ettlingen Rheinland Kaserne
Ettlingen Rheinland Kaserne
Rheinland Kaserne
Rheinland Kaserne		 Rheinland Kaserne in snow.
Rheinland Kaserne in snow.
Ettlingen
Ettlingen		 Neureut
Neureut
Smiley Barracks
Smiley Barracks		 Smiley Barracks
Smiley Barracks

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Henry Maddox 07-Aug-2024 18:56
Maddox I was at Rhineland 60, 61, 62 with 275 eng co. In later years I married a girl from Karlsruhe. I live in s. ga now
Greg Beard 12-Apr-2024 16:58
Greg Beard I was with C Co, 78th Combat Eng Oct 67 thru June 68. I was the motor pool clerk. Saved money to bring wife over. After 7 months had enough to bring her over. After her being there 3 days, I came down on levy for Nam and they wondered why I would never reup.
alex alcoser 06-Mar-2024 20:54
I was at Rheinland Kaserne..66-68.HHC S-4..wife is from Ettlingen..married 51 years now..many friends in Ettlingen..i spoke some German..wife was 16 when i met her,married about 4 yrs later..like snow and still has the most beautiful gray/green eyes
Guest 15-Jun-2023 19:13
T.Benbrooks
I was in the 93rd at Neureut from 78-80. I was a cook in the messhall! Leon Dunbar
Bruce Mills 10-Nov-2021 19:30
My father was stationed here from 1953 to 1956. He was trained with the 6th armored
Division out of Fort Leonardwood,Mo
Carl Tignino 22-Apr-2021 19:00
My name is Carl Tignino Sp5 I was stationed there from 65 to 67 with the 78th engineer Battalion A company also spent six months with the unit police on post, some of the best memories of my life, had so much fun there
aldo 22-May-2020 03:36
I was stationed at Rhineland 74-75 in charlie co on the 3rd floor.Known as Space.Like seeing these old names of floks I was with ,pollock,Z,mcbride,Stan hit me up 541.937.3844.Im out here on the left coast in Oregon
Guest 13-Apr-2020 20:37
I was in Combat Engineer D Company of (I think) the 78th, in Ettlingen, for 19 months in 1967-68. We had a one year NATO training cycle which consisted of squad test, platoon test, company test and finally six weeks of battalion test in Grafenwohr. Then it started all over again. After 19 months of that fun, humping bridge and freezing my butt off, on the day I had one year left in the Army I came down on levy for Viet Nam. As bad as Nam was I have to say the Army Combat Engineers were much better over there than they were in Germany. I loved the country and the people of Germany but the Army was miserable, not much different from Basic or AIT.
Guest 07-Jan-2020 17:37
Ray Edward's, 87th Pipeline, And 77th Construction Engineers Headquaters co Oct 1954 to Feb 1957, raywv4j@gmail.com.
Lawrence Lavergne 25-Jan-2019 23:45
Lawrence Lavergne, Headquarters 78th Eng Bat, SPECIAL WEAPONS, 65,66 AND 1967. larry123lav@sbcglobal.net
Guest 29-Nov-2018 22:31
Gary Croley Feb 73 to Feb 75. B Co. Common section. Hey Furino saw your comment on here. Great memories at this place !
Norm Tourville 25-Sep-2018 03:23
I was in 78th combat engineers in 85-86 as heavy equipment mechanic D-company and I'm in ettligen again now Sept 25 2018 ,it's gone
Guest 05-Apr-2018 21:20
News for anyone in 78th HHC in the early 80s. Jeff Ryan passed away last month. He was a good guy.
Guest 24-Feb-2018 18:18
Jim Tallent. Was stationed at Rhineland from Sept 64 in 620th Engr Co till June 65 when unit deactivated. Then on to 94th Engr Bn in Nelligen by Stuttgart
Roger Butler 30-Dec-2017 07:30
My name is Roger Butler and I was at Rheinland Kaserne from 85 to 87. I was a Unit Supply Clerk/Armorer in Company HHC. I had a great time and lots of memories. Living on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi now.
Harold R Malone 25-Dec-2017 03:42
Guest-I am trying to locate a Army Vet. named Robert Trueman Freeman. Was stationed at Manheim, Sandhofen Germany, or Rheinland Kaserne 1953-1954. Really do not have much info on this person. I did see on the posting on the Net for this site, there was a person looking for Robert Freeman. I would appreciate any help on locating this Veteran. He has a daughter named Angelika Loncaric, maiden name Zimmermann, born in 1954 in Germany, and trying to locate her father. I am a volunteer for GI.Babies which is located in Germany. My phone is 951 672 3114 in Sun City CA.
Ronald Mitchell 10-Dec-2017 02:08
My name is Ronald Mitchell I was at Rheinland in 71/73 a Combat Eng in company A operating a front loader. I had a great time lots of great memories. Looking for anyone from that time look me up in Vermont now.
Guest 12-Nov-2017 04:12
Names Dale Fredenburg I was in Headquaters Co 74-75. Started in S-3 office job, transferred to Motor Pool. Also remember good times at the Picadilly in Karlsruhe and the Pyramid and the park. Really hold some fond memories of being there. Anyone would like to get in touch my email is: dfrdnbrg@gmail.com
SP5 Larry Larson 29-Oct-2017 02:34
502 Engineer Company (FB) 1964-1967 Worked in the motorpool with SFC Fred McKenzie CWO Joseph Shelton Drank many beers at German Labor Service Kanteen and every Guest House in Ettlingen! E&M Platoon Many good memories and a great bunch of guys. Great to see pics The good old days!!
Ray Murphy 03-Aug-2017 04:39
Ray Murphy served in ADM Platoon 1965-67.
Guest 02-Aug-2017 20:56
My ex was there Aug 83- sometime in 86. C Company. For any of you that knew he was abusing his wife, thanks so much for stepping in and helping - NOT. Army takes care of its own, but not the spouses, that's for sure.
Guest 21-Jul-2017 19:36
Jon Kolb was there from '89 to '91
Guest 14-Mar-2017 16:29
Was at Neureut Kaserne from June 64 to Dec 66 with the 40th Ordnance Company.
CO was Capt Charles M. Holt, Jr, then Capt Richard L. Hassell took over.
1st Sgt was named Montgomery, he was the boss. The officers did what he told them.
Ken Lewis 26-Feb-2017 07:17
76-78 HHC Motorpool. Miss some old Buddies Tray Watkins where are ya? Look me up on facebook.
VictSal30-Jan-2017 17:18
Thanks for sharing your images! I was in A Co and HHC, S1, 78th Engr Bn from 75 to 78. Spent a lot of time in the photo lab learning how to develop B&W photos. Shout out to R. Ruben Robles, Photographer extraordinaire!! Email: victsal56@gmail.com
Joe Foster 18-Jan-2017 16:12
I was in "The Zoo," Bravo Co, 78th Engr. (SFC Duarte's & LT Heinz' platoon) from Jan 72 until transfer to ADM, then off to 275th at Coffee Barracks until Sept 75. Lots of memories from that place, most good (except bridging the Rhein). I still have LOTS of B&W photos of that era, some field problems with the 78th, some of the 275th at Coffee. Can't seem to remember all the names these days.
Raymond Edwards 08-Jan-2017 16:39
My email is raywv4j@gmail.com
Raymond Edwards 01-Jan-2017 21:17
Happy New year,2017, I was in Rhineland KS from Oct 54 to Feb 57, First in the 87th pipeline co and transferred to the 77th early in 55, I was truck driver in motor pool, Most memorable, I Pulled a D 8 Cat with a 4 wheel earth moving pan hooked to the back of it from South France , Hauled 3 of the 5 huge bells , first cast in Karlsruhe after the war to Christ Church in Mannheim ,Heidelberg area, Worked as Assistant Manager of the EM Club at Rhineland KS for a while , Many Good Memeroies
Herb Steffen 20-Dec-2016 19:55
My name is Herb Steffen I was stationed at Rhienland Kasserne from Nov 68 to Nov.69 as a medic. Does anyone remember another medic named Larry Mays. I have been looking for him for years. It was a great year and I have good memories.
Guest 08-Dec-2016 22:23
Doc Rexrode was stationed there 1981 to march 16 1983 great times and great friends there I can still remember the medics such as early , rogers, renfro , wade , sfc mullins , ,
Rick Williams 28-Aug-2016 01:08
Rick Williams here: was in A company with Capt Hildabran 1982 - 85. Great soldiers, go Alphagators
Joe Munoz 14-May-2016 00:23
Joe Munoz, was in C.Co. 78th Engr. bn. 2nd plt. from May 1982 thru october 1983. Plt.sgt Day, plt. leader Lt. Kula.
Guest 03-Apr-2016 05:11
Delta Dogs 89-91! 2nd platoon! Matt Cook. West Germany was a blast! Especially having Staff Sgt Nobles almost blow me up with a calymore in Graf training exercise.
Michael Yang 19-Mar-2016 21:10
Michael Yang, I was there 1975 to 1978. I was the Training Specialist for Co C. SSG Small was Training Sergeant. You can reach me at mikehyang@sbcglobal.net. I remember a little Italian restaurant, "Leo's" just outside the front gate.
Floyd Duke 15-Mar-2016 02:23
My name is Floyd Duke nick name swamp rat was in D comp in 75 to 76 in motor pool can email me at sparkey462003@hotmail.com or call 912 381 7270
Eric Mora 26-Feb-2016 22:38
Andy Freeman the name sounds familiar. I was there 82 - 84. I was also C Co. 78th Eng. 3rd Plt. (Nato) We travel various countries while we were there. You or anyone that was around that time can email me at morafamily82@gmail.com. Nice to here from someone.
Guest 08-Feb-2016 23:28
STEVE BRYANT
I WAS STATIONED AT RHINELAND KS 74 TO 76. WORKED IN MOTOR POOL PLL. LOVED GERMANY AND THE FOOD. MIKE FURINO I SAW YOUR POST. WE BUNKED TOGETHER FOR 2 YEARS. BOTH OF US FROM OHIO.
Robert Bohnsack 11-Jan-2016 17:58
Hi, my name is Bob Bohnsack. I was in the 39th Engr. Gp Hdq. in '62 and '63.lookng for Ernie Brooks, Whitehead,Augie Doggie, Hank Blachard or anyone there at that time. Spent a lot of time across the street at the Rheinland Gasthaus. Great beer!! Email me at ezrider390@embarqmail.com
Guest 11-Jan-2016 13:34
Hello All, I was stationed in Ludwigburg, 1975-1977. 275th Eng 7th platoon. Anyone still around that was there?
Antonio Rubertino 06-Sep-2015 15:37
Hi everyone, my name is Tony Rubertino was stationed at "The Zoo" 71-73 then again 76-79 then again 80-83. Ran the NCO Club for 4 years ran alot of the Battalion Runs. Would love to get in contact with anyone stationed at the Zoo . chridann@googlemail.com
Raymond Edwards 12-May-2015 02:49
I was stationed at Rhineland Ks from Oct 54 to feb 57, Mostly in the 77th eng, Sure would like to know what ever happened to Ingrid Kool, She worked as a maid in the Officers Quarters near Karlsruhe , 1955 or 1956. raywv4j@gmail.com
Guest 23-Jan-2015 00:13
That was B.co not box D'ho!Bryan B.
Guest 22-Jan-2015 23:21
Bryan Baleme. Looking for Thomas J. Scott.and looking for Joe V.a very Artful person Both are in or was in the 78th Box 80-82',
Bruce Vaughn 10-Jan-2015 16:54
Sgt. Bruce Vaughn was at Rheinland Kaserne in the 275th ADM from 11/69- 3/72
Ed Bocko 18-Nov-2014 19:26
My name is Ed Bocko and I was in the 291st Engineer Co. (changed to 175th in 1955) at Rheinland Kaserne and looking for anyone in these units between 1954 to 1957. As of this date, only myself and Elliott Chernin made contact. I'm sure there are some others out there. Pleast email me at bockoduo@outlook.com.
James Finleon 01-Nov-2014 19:45
James Finleon
Stationed at Rhinelander Kasern from August 1952 till January 1954 in the 334th.Engineer
Heavy Dump Truck Co. Almost got married. Loved Germany & the food & traditions. I've been
back to the Kasern in 1987 & 1991. Not as clean as we were used to.
Gregg Trennepohl 20-Oct-2014 12:21
Arnie Corkins, I took your place in S-4 We were together @ Graf I was there from 7-74 - 8-75
rodney stell 29-Aug-2014 03:07
Charlie pace...nice to see a name I remember...my name is Rodney stell..was assigned C co..march 86-87...can't say much good about company...insubordinate squad members...poor leadership...a worthless 1st Sgt (Ava)......and a spineless company commander..(morris).left C Co with service connected injury..and was forced out of the Army....best thing they ever done for me...but on the good note..4yrs in Germany was a blast.
Gil Raynor 13-Aug-2014 19:18
Stationed at Ettligen Germany 1983 to 86. Having problems with VA. Anybody there those years please contact me 912-920-7328 or 912-220-5887. It is important.
Brown 12-Aug-2014 19:07
C Company 83!
Jerry Hawkland 28-Jul-2014 05:28
Was stationed at Rhienland, 78th Engineers D.co motor pool from Dec 84 to Dec 86. Best softball team!!
Randy Gilliard 09-May-2014 15:04
Randy Gilliard
I was in D CoCo from 79 through 81 made Sgt Morales Club
ray edwards 23-Mar-2014 17:56
Was in the 77th engineers at Rhineland from Oct 54 to Feb. 57 , loved my time spent there, drove supply truck, hauled heavy equip. drove staff car for btn commander , worked as Assistant Manager of EM club for a while, raywv4j@gmail.com
Joseph R Maley 15-Mar-2014 21:41
Joseph R Maley, I was stationed at Rhineland Kasern from March 1953 to August of 1954 in the 334 Engineer Dump Truck Company. If anyone remembers me, contact me at J R Maley 25146 Wagner Warren MI
John Petrone 14-Mar-2014 13:13
Alex, I sent you and Jess a photo of a bridge build in Aug of "68...Not sure if you received it?
alex alcoser 20-Feb-2014 20:21
Hallo jedes..i was at Rheinland with the 78th., hhc s-4 from 66-68..i just saw that one of my postings is still on after 5 years..yes we go back when we can..have been back 13 times since..visit my wife's family in Ettlingen, Karsruhe and Busenbach..Last over was 3 years ago..I have pictures of myself and my children in front of the old iron exit gate in front of Fritz..they all spent a year in Germany after h.s. graduation..now i have a pix of my 8 yr old granddaughter with me at front of the gate...all kids also went to the Luisenstube by swimmbad..same corner where i sat with my future wife..she was 16 then i 20...how time goes..i love the area and wish i could afford to live over there, but i have to hit the lotto first...lol..lol..my email is alexxa1998@aol.com and i live in Harlingen, Texas down by South Padre Island...
Jess Keopke 03-Feb-2014 04:24
Jim Parrin, Name is Jess Keopke, I was at the 502nd at the same time you were there. I do have a few pictures, including one of the whole company. Email me and I will send you a copy. I am also in contact with Bob Ginn, he was there too. JessKeopke@aol.com
Guest 11-Dec-2013 18:39
STEVE BRYANT
I WAS STATIONED 74-76 BRAVO CO MOTOR POOL POO
Jerry McGuire 13-Oct-2013 23:25
Hello troops: I'm Jerry McGuire..was herein HQ Company, personnel 1967-69. Good to see these pictures after all this time. Anyone else during that time? Now in Calif. and retired..... Get in touch. Steemcgr@sbcglobal.net
Jim Perrin 25-Aug-2013 14:39
I was stationed here from August 1965 to March of 1968. 502 Engineering Float Bridge Co, "Rhein River Rats". Nice to see some picts of the Kaserne.
Guest 15-Jun-2013 05:47
Does anyone know a dwayne elvis johnson? He would have been at this base around late 70's and early 80's. Contact jeannine.hicks01@gmail.com
Guest 13-Jun-2013 18:17
The best way to connect with members of the 78th is thru Facebook...Many site dedicated to doing this...Do a search - 78th Engineer Battalion , Rheinland Kaserne or US Army Germany...again lots of sites... i was stationed at Rheinland 76-79 worked in Battalion Headquarters...Life was good --Jerry
Harold Potter 01-Jun-2013 16:26
Thanks for the pictures. Really brings back memories. Would like to connect with old buddies from 78th Eng. Batallion, Company D. Served from Sept 1968 to March 1970. Does anyone know of Robert Freeman from Texas, (Ralph-I think)Napier from Arkansas/Missouri, Hardy from Louisiana, Sargent Trowell (not sure of spelling), Theirite from Louisiana, Monty Gatewood, Coburn from Cleveland, Ohio, Alexander from Colorado. AND MORE!!
Charlie Pace 17-Mar-2013 04:46
I was in C co. Mainly, last few months A co. 1985 to 1987.
Went back in 1988 and stayed until 2000.
Guest 16-Feb-2013 14:42
I was there 84 to 86 Alfa company
nam phan 31-Jan-2013 22:24
Nam Phan
I was in Ettlingen C Co.(AMF) 78th Eng. from July 1984 to December 1986. Great people, fun time and love the place. I am looking for a buddy Spc. Hoang Nguyen (from AZ)was in B Co.78th Eng. radio guy and SSgt. M. Yoshida. Contact me at mangosp@hotmail.com. Thanks for memories.
Chris Crockett 25-Jan-2013 06:22
Was in A co 78th mar 84 to mar 87. Great time. Pictures bring back lots of memories
William Davis Jr 06-Jan-2013 05:37
I was in 275 Engr ADM,,,1969-1972
EMIL KLATT 02-Jan-2013 21:30
. What company were you in Greg Trennepohl. I was in 291st from August 1952 to February 1954. Drove jeep for Captain Meyers. Knew Mr. Parker. You can Email me at emil36@toast.net if you get a chance.
Guest 01-Jan-2013 15:12
I was stationed in the 275th from May 1969 to June 1971. My name is John Brown aka Charlie. I was a tech, team chief, then training NCO.
Guest 31-Dec-2012 15:59
I was there from Jan 75 till June 76. HHC 78th Engr Bn. HQ. Co mail clerk. Mark Marotta from NJ. Man what a good time the zoo was. still have dreams and FLASHBACKS (lol) about it.
paul mcfarlin 29-Dec-2012 17:45
I was a Delta Dragon from 87-90. My names Paul McFarlin
Guest 28-Dec-2012 04:18
I was a Delta Dragon from 1987-1989.... My name is Matt Bruhn..was a track driver for every APC in 2nd platoon from when we went from dump trucks to full mechanized... does anyone remember Sargent Brown uerrrr
david podawiltz pods for short 28-Dec-2012 00:20
i was at the zoo from 83 to 85 was in hhc r and u shop had lots of fun there
Larry Bowlin 14-Dec-2012 05:05
My first duty station was with A CO of the 78th from July 1969 to March 1970.....then off to Nam with many others. Great to see the pictures..brings back memories.

Larry Bowlin ..nickname "shorty"
Larry Sampson 16-Nov-2012 00:19
I was at the zoo from 1975to1977 i to spent time at the picadiiy to good friend john bauman from Greenbay Wis. and friend big foot from Pa my name larry sampson D company.
Larry Whitmire 10-Nov-2012 14:33
Larry Whitmire, was stationed at the 502nd.from 1966 1968. Loved the place,drove bridge truck.BRIDGED RHINE river a lot. had some great friends,ORLANDO SUAREZ,DON OBERFOELL, RON EARL,MIKE SHEPLER,MIKE WATTS,AND many more names whom i have forgotten. our company commander CAPTIAN HALL who ran us to death every morning.SGT.CATLEDGE was our platoon SGT.I really enjoyed my stay at Rhineland.I will never forget the place and all the great people.Love all the photos of the area. LARRY
Ed Bocko 20-Sep-2012 18:05
troy wertenberger. I remember Mr. Parker very well. I was in the 291st from March 1954 to Jul 1956. You may know Emil Klatt. He was the Captain's jeep driver. My names is Ed Bocko email me at bockoduo@sc.rr.com
troy wertenberger 15-Sep-2012 22:09
Troy Wertenberger, Loo kin for Frank Duncan we were there in 82-84 in HHC. Good times. Our anybody eles.
Guest 23-Aug-2012 14:58
Gregg Trennepohl I saw your comment and you referred to CWO Parker. Iwas at Rheinland from 1952 to 1954. You must have been soon after me. What years were you there.
Ben Miller 12-Aug-2012 19:25
My name is Ben Miller I was stationed at Rheinland Kaserne(the Zoo) from 1976-1982.I was a medic the assigned to HHC-78thEngineer Bn.Married a german local. Great times and memories. Thankd for the pictures!Anyone from that era please contact benmill45@hotmail.com thanks..
guest 07-Aug-2012 23:10
I was at Rheinland 1976-1979 HHC S-1 Section--Played football, Worked in Personnel Admin-
Jerry Marshall 07-Aug-2012 23:10
I was at Rheinland 1976-1979 HHC S-1 Section--Played football, Worked in Personnel Admin-
Jerry Marshall 07-Aug-2012 23:10
I was at Rheinland 1976-1979 HHC S-1 Section--Played football, Worked in Personnel Admin-
Arnie Corkins 03-Aug-2012 06:37
I was there in HHC Co 72-74 and worked in S-4. One of my buds was Thomas Bartholomew. He bunked with Robert Swain. LT Bell, CW2 Parker, SSG Handley. Remember SFC Altheide too. He retired when I was there.
Guest 14-Jul-2012 20:22
Looking for a RUSTY LOVAN SCOGGINS he was stationed at Rheinland Kasern in 1983 give and take 1 year, I remember he was from Bella California, would love his where abouts, I know he had a bad accident around 1984 in the States, but never heard again from him.Any research under that name ends in nothing.
Mark Rolph 02-Jul-2012 17:47
Stationed as an M.P. @ Smiley Barracks Co B 95th M.P. BN / 66 M.P. Co. Jan 75 - Jan 78
Doc Mcdonald 29-Jun-2012 15:23
hello was station there in HHC 78th from 85 to87 was the first time station oversea love it so much that I came back in 94 and been here since how this place has change
Airborne Sapper 01-Jun-2012 00:55
Was in HHC then Alpha then Charlie(AMF) 86-88 good good times....
Airborne Sapper 01-Jun-2012 00:55
Was in HHC then Alpha then Charlie(AMF) 86-88 good good times....
Ruben 01-May-2012 21:29
Hello... my name is Ruben Robles... I lived in this place in 1976-77-78 I sure miss it sometimes... the peopl were pretty nice once you get to know them...
ray 11-Apr-2012 04:00
raymond edwards raywv4j2@aol.com
ray 11-Apr-2012 03:58
raymond edwards 1954 to 1957, was in 87th pipeline, went to 77th, drove supply truck a while, then pulled heavy equipment in motor pool, was assistant manager of em club for a while, always wondered what happened to bernie joyner from calif,allen clark from ny,gorden daub from ny, heard from gaylord moncada, now living in cloumbia, and marion cook now living in nc, in contact with ed boco.
Jess (Ray) Keopke 30-Mar-2012 03:20
Hi Dave, Jess (Ray) Keopke here, I was at the 502nd at the same time as you. Do remember Me, Bob Ginn, also John Alton, We were aqll there when you were. JessKeopke@aol.com
Guest 17-Mar-2012 15:20
I was in the 502nd Engineers At Rhineland Kaserne 1964-1966.
Liked my time there bridged most of the rivers around there.
Dave RA 1963-1966
Guest 17-Mar-2012 15:19
I was in the 502nd Rngineers At Rhineland Kaserne 1964-1966.
Liked my time there bridged most of the rivers around there.
Dave RA 1963-1966
Guest 12-Mar-2012 17:18
Kojis, Remember that 17 yr old farm boy from IL Dan Crase ('73-'74 Heavy Junk)? He married that redhead 1 month after getting out. maboone@tds.net
Hill,Tim 25-Feb-2012 22:33
I was in the 93 engineers/pipeline. I think the 2 platoon.Co.(I live in MI.) Clerk was M.Klem.
Guest 18-Jan-2012 18:28
Gary Norman A-Co. motorpool 1987-1990. Great times.
Steve Laumann 18-Jan-2012 00:32
There is an open Facebook group called "78th Engineer Combat Battalion". The people there have posted a lot of pictures taken at different times at Rhineland Kaserne. I was there 1974-1975 in the ADM platoon. Give me a shout at slaumann@yahoo.com if you want.
Donald Shelton 07-Jan-2012 04:55
I was stationed there from 84 to 86. i loved it. was a big deal from a kid from oklahoma. daryl hale ran into a ceiling fan or 2.
Gregg Trennepohl 29-Nov-2011 19:42
TOM BARTHOLOMEW, lOOKS like I just missed you. Do you remember Capt Draughn, CWO Parker and SFC Handley?
Guest 14-Nov-2011 00:59
SKIP HADSOCK/EDWARD HADSOCK,HEY FREEMAN,VALDEZ,WHITE,HOLLER AT ME REMEMBER ALL OF YOU MIGUEL COSS, HARTSFELD ,US ARMY COMBAT ENGR 9 YEARS SF 18 C GREEN BERET ENGR 11 YEARS RETIRED 2002,SFC CHAPMEN,SGT ROCK IMPACT ALLY OMNIBUS,BUNKER CROCIDILE ,WOW MEMORIES,RHEINLAND 1ST AN BEST TOUR BEST GUYS SOMEONE COULD SOLDIER WITH ESPECIALLY BEING A PVT,LEFT AS PFC,BUT WAS ONLY THERE 18 MONTHS 81-83 CO C 78TH ENGRS 3RD PLATOON,NICE PICS WISH I COULD SEE THE WW2 PICS,WISH WE COULD HAVE EXPLORED TOWER ON HILL OR UNDERGROUND COMPLEX-ALWAYS GOING BOOM UNDERNEATH US LOL,REMEMBER STAIRS AN METAL WELDED GRATES NO ENTRY LOL,THX FOR MEMORIES GUYS HOLLER AT ME 904 509 9654,WANDERED ABOUT YA ANDY THROUGH THE YEARS,ME IRAQ AFGHANISTAN ETC,MADE GRENADA TOO,ROCK TAUGHT US A LOT THOUGH HE WAS HARD,THX GUYS
T. Benbrooks 25-Oct-2011 18:29
Thanks for the pictures, brings back memories. I was stationed at Neureut '76-79 with the 93rd Eng. There used to be a gasthaus around the back and down the road a bit, I think it was called Rummpels, or something like that, good place to party.
Tammie 14-Oct-2011 20:44
I worked in the club there in 86-87. Loved everything about the area and the people I met. Hoping to go there this summer for a few weeks
Mike Whitaker 10-Oct-2011 04:34
I was at Rhineland 74-76 first in C Co (Company Clerk) then D Co as a 5 ton truck driver. Fritz's. Bridging the Rhine. Graf. Mickey's. Vilsek. REFORGER. Bier...lots of bier. - Mike Whitaker
Heidi Reiser 03-Oct-2011 18:17
hi, i´m looking for Joe Kalinowski
George Fisher 27-Aug-2011 00:24
I was at Rheinland Kas. 275 Engr.Dump Truck Co. From April 1956 to Oct 1958. Then again with HQ Co. 77th Engr. Reiree July 1975 E-8 Motor Sgt
Tray Watkins 13-Aug-2011 21:21
My name is Tray Watkins. I was at Rhineland from 75-78. Was in HHC Motorpool. would like to hear from any of the guys back then. Was a great time to be in Germany.
raymond l edwards 21-Jul-2011 02:33
hi raymond edwards again, rhineland kas 1954 to 1957. my email is raywv4j2

@aol.com cel is 336 706 1440
raymond l edwards (ray) 21-Jul-2011 02:26
hi, i was at rhineland kas from oct 1954 to feb 1957,was in 87th pipeline for a while and when it transfered, i went to 77th. i was co clerk in 87th and then truck driver.in 77th i picked up supplies in manheim,heidleburg,stutgart and kiaslaughtern then i moved to the motor pool and drove a loboy hauling heavy equip. i hauled 3 of the first 5 bells cast in germany after the war, to a church (christ church) in heidleberg.many good memories.bernie joyner,dudley myers,allen clark,frank lawson,gaylord moncada, and many others, would like to hear from anyone that was there then. ray
Greg Myhre 21-Jun-2011 11:27
Greg Myhre - I was there in '83 to '85. I was the TDY clerk for the Grafenwerh project but mostly remember the Alt beer.
Ken Pahlke 06-Jun-2011 04:04
Holy smokes I was there 72 &73 HQ co. road grader. Hey, Coach ( David Kojis) remember me?
Jim WIlkins 29-Apr-2011 14:50
I was there 85-88 D Co. 78th. Best of times and the Best of Guys !!!!! awesome pictures !!!
Jeff Reece 19-Apr-2011 20:13
I was there from March 86-March 88 A co 78th we had just went mechanized.Sgt Gallagher are you still in. Anyone remember Trusty, Sgt williams,Big Petersen,Kirk Turner. I got into all kinds of trouble cause I was a dumb kid. Tony Caldelfe where the hell are you. you to Turner. Owens I remember you. Travis Finell get ahold of me please. going to the Fritz and schluese was awesome. Take care Reece
Guest 17-Apr-2011 03:40
guest i was there november 1974 to march 1976 i do remember sliding down the bannisters and spending alot of time at the picadlly in karlsruhe steve whiting
tom bartholomew 13-Feb-2011 16:37
i was thier in 1971 to 1974 HHC S4 section
David Kojis 22-Jan-2011 13:32
Hey I'm Dave Kojis was in HHC and C company &1 to 74 Heavy junk operator Was some good time in a bad place to be. Peace
Guest 02-Dec-2010 20:16
Hi, C. Walker here,
I was stationed with C Co 78th EN BN in 85 to 86 in Ettlingen.
jerry12-Nov-2010 02:41
Anyone from Cco 78th 87-89 contact me jscj@neb.rr.com also on facebook jerry walker from nebraska
Jack Kilpatrick 07-Nov-2010 12:46
Jack Kilpatrick
I was in HHC 78th Engineers 1971-1973. If any of you guys remember the best party room on the 2nd floor HHC "215 The Room" or the best smokin' Hash Bowl "The Bowl", you can contact me at Kilpatricka4@comcast.net.
DOUG NORDICK 22-Oct-2010 13:27
I was in HHC 78th Eng. Bat. (Rheinland Kaserne)from July 1976 to June1979. Where is James H. Dowdy,Eladio Jusino Montalvo,and Richard E. Morgan from Des Moines, Iowa? I remember you guys very well among others, like Wallace A. Rood who was an Elvis fan, and Alfred Mills from Staten Island, New York. Anyone thinks they know me like Douglas W. Peart from Texas, you can reach me at my email address nordickd@yahoo.com
DOUG NORDICK 22-Oct-2010 12:49
I was in HHC 78th Eng. Bat. (Rheinland Kaserne)from July 1976 to June1979. Where is James H. Dowdy,Eladio Jusino Montalvo,and Richard E. Morgan from Des Moines, Iowa? I remember you guys very well among others, like Wallace A. Rood who was an Elvis fan, and Alfred Mills from Staten Island, New York. Anyone thinks they know me like Douglas W. Peart from Texas, you can reach me at my email address nordickd@yahoo.com
DOUG NORDICK 22-Oct-2010 12:34
I worked in the mess hall from July 1976 to June 1979.Anyone who might known or think they may have known me can contact me at nordickd@yahoo.com
William O'Donnell 31-Aug-2010 04:27
william odonnell h&s co.77th eng bn 1961 t0 1963. Would like to hear from anyone in this time period. You can contact me at my wife's email which is carolo@accentmedbil.com.
STAN OLIVER 09-Jul-2010 23:05
CONTACT # 727 967-4136
Stan Oliver 09-Jul-2010 22:39
hello guys!love pics great time there 74-76 pollack and all the group how are you doing?
Stan Oliver 09-Jul-2010 22:38
hello guys!love pics great time there 74-76 pollack and all the group how are you doing?
John Benal 09-Jul-2010 16:15
Wow! Brings back great memories. Was there 92-95 with C Co, 44th Signal. Wonder if the "Ecke" is still there??
Karen Hogan 07-Jul-2010 23:55
I was there 91 - 93, B Co-44thSig (SGT Johnson in those days!) Shout out to everyone who was there then!
Ed Bocko 17-Jun-2010 13:11
I was at Rhineland from 54 to 56 and have made some contactes. Emil Klatt has contaced me and I'm still looking for other to contact me. I'll be glad to act as a clearing house for the pre 1960 period. I was in the 291st, later changed to the 175th of the 39th Group
Looking for pictures and maybe we can post them on the net.
Email me: edbocko@hotmail.com or call me 843 249 2551.
Clint Davis 01-Jun-2010 20:31
I was stationed in the 502nd eng.co 1st platoon neureut 1990-1992,I had some real good times there.I remember they had a great mess hall and a cool kanteen there.I remember we had junky vehicles and boats to use,however the 93rd had all the good new equipment. we had this crazy sargent who told us to aquire things from the 93rd if we really needed them. so we would sometimes sneak in the motor pool and swap our old equipmet for 93rds newer stuff.man I miss those old days bridging the rhine.if you were in the 502nd 1st platoon and want to talk about old times. clintcpd@bellsouth.net
guest 01-Jun-2010 14:43
Hi guys,
I'm looking for James C. Sanders. He was stationed in 1963-1965 in Ettlingen. Does anybody know where this person can be found or how to get further information. I can be contacted under heidi-stoermer@t-online.de
darryl hale 03-May-2010 00:21
i was bravo co. from 01/84 til 07/85, i had a riot there, the fritz , the dinger,drank many many monigers, at least when i wasn't in graf or wieldfleken or augsburg. i think the retaraunt was called the rhineland eck, and dude named mario ran it, awesome lasagna. the only thing i hated about that place was running up that hill towards the tower for pt in the morning, that hill just never seemed to stop and we couldn't sound off until we crossed under the autobahn where the volksmarch trails were.
EMIL KLATT 23-Apr-2010 17:49
I was headquartered at Rheinland Kasern with the 291st Engineer Heavy Equipment Company from August 1952 to February 1954. I was the company commanders jeep driver. If my memory serves me right it was Captain Meyers. If there is anybody out there from my time give me a call at 651 592 7670. Would like to hear from you.
Randy Morgan 10-Apr-2010 11:04
I am Randy Morgan, I've been reading a lot of the comments about the 78th. I would like to hear from anyone who was stationed there. I am planning a trip back to Germany, I haven't been back, and I left there in July of 1970. I am at 717-274-8604, or randymorgan1947@comcast.net. I remember the Erb Printz brewery, and the "deck". I ran the post theater for a while, and worked in S-4 for Wiley Jones the SFC, and Chief Warrant Officer John F. Clark. What a great time! Lots of memories and hours in Photo Lab with Herb.
scott branine 06-Apr-2010 02:06
I forgot to say that it would be fun to hear from anyone that was there when I was. Engineers lead the way!
scott branineq 06-Apr-2010 02:03
I was there, 1st platoon Alpha Gators 1989-1991. Thanks for the pics brings back a lot of memories. Spc. Scott Branine
Pat Fogarty 29-Mar-2010 11:15
I was stationed at Rheinland Kaserne in HHC 78th Eng. Battalion in 71-72. It was a great experience and alot of fun considering where I could have been. The name Tom Basso hits close to home. I think we may have lived in the same billets.
Robert Herrmann 21-Mar-2010 18:07
Hi guys,
I have just found out that I was adopted and that my father was Sergeant Richard Car, 52nd Regiment in 1967. Does anybody know where this person can be found or how to get further information. I can be contacted under rgsherrmann@yahoo.com.
Thanks guys. Yours, Rob
Robert Herrmann 21-Mar-2010 18:05
Hi guys,
I have just found out that I was adopted and that my father was Sergeant Richard Car, 52nd Regiment in 1967. Does anybody know where this person can be found or how to get further information. I can be contacted under rgsherrmann@yahoo.com.
Thanks guys. Yours, Rob
Tom Basso 11-Mar-2010 18:01
I was stationed at Rhineland Kaserne in 1971 - 1972 in A Company of the 78th Engineer Battalion. I really enjoyed my tour, loved the Ettlingen/Karlsruhe area and really had fun touring around Europe.
robert downey jr 10-Mar-2010 15:42
hi guys i am lokking 4 a person called robert downey he was in rhineland 76-78 can anyone help with info??he is from chesterfield originally thx in advance rob
Guest 10-Mar-2010 01:27
Sept 74 to Aug 76 I was with Bravo Co. down the basement in the Commo section. Anybody remember riding the banniters down instead of walking ? Fritz's wiener snitle and a beer was like a buck then.I think I left half of my liver at the Zoo. Mike Furino.
Guest 07-Mar-2010 06:12
I was station at Rheinland Kaserne from76-79 with A Co and HHC I was the COL driver for 2 years, and had a great time.
Guest 26-Feb-2010 00:57
I was stationed at the zoo in 79-82 D co as a wireman & radio operator sp 4 Banuet
Randy Krofick 04-Feb-2010 21:06
I was with 78 Eng 69-70 field radio mechanic before being sent to the Nam. Great pictures. I spent a lot of time in the photo lab. I have some pix of the area
Keith Williams 01-Feb-2010 20:31
These photos are great...I was stationed @ Rhineland Kaserne from 89-91 D CO 78th Engr. Battalion. WOW Sean I remeber how crazy the " Fritz" was on Sat. nights. Any of you guys remember Sgt. Jackson, Sgt.Stefan (C Co) he lives in Kenticky. Definitely some crazy times b4business@yahoo.com
randy whitehurst 11-Jan-2010 15:25
I was a radio operator in C.Co. 78th engr bn from march71 to april72. Would like to hear from anyone there then.
Cornell Jenkins 09-Jan-2010 22:03
Iwas there in 91-94 with Cco 44th Sig BN. Brett i want those ;pics....Ellison...where have you been?
Lou Gillespie 09-Jan-2010 01:41
Wow, It is great to see so many sites about the Rheinland Kasserne "Zoo" I was stationed there from 11/72 - 11-74 B Co What a place to experience. SP-4 Louis Gillespie
Stanley Noll 30-Nov-2009 16:57
SURE LOOKS DIFFERENT THAN IT DID IN 1951 WHEN I WAS THERE WITH H&S CO 77TH ENGR CONST BN
THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES
Katja 28-Oct-2009 22:46
I am searching for a person whose name is Anthony Mango (or Mongo) and who in the 1980ies used to live in the NY area. Today he is around 50 yo and has been stationed with the US Army in Neureut, Germany in 1983. He also used to dj at the discotheque (club?) on the military base. I would be very thankful if you could help me with any advice! Thanks a lot!! katjacoloneum@hotmail.com
Katja 28-Oct-2009 22:43
I am searching for a person whose name is Anthony Mango (or Mongo) and who in the 1980ies used to live in the NY area. Today he is around 50 yo and has been stationed with the US Army in Neureut, Germany in 1983. He also used to dj at the discotheque (club?) on the military base. I would be very thankful if you could help me with any advice! Thanks a lot!!
John Petrone 17-Oct-2009 17:11
John Petrone, 502nd ( 50Duece ) 1967-68 HQ Platoon, Spent alot of time in
Karlsruhe.....Had many German friends... Drank alot of beer!! Fell in love!!
Who ever remembers me please say hello...
Mike Berry 06-Oct-2009 23:59
B Co 2nd plt, 81 thru 83 loved it wish i could go back, impact alley
Sean McAtasney 06-Oct-2009 17:27
I was stationed at the Rheinland from 87 thru 90 in HHC, What a blast we had there, good training and a lot of fun. I been looking my Micheal Johnson, He was our Medic anybody know where he is. Remember the Fritz
Ed Bocko 29-Sep-2009 15:05
Peter Jones looking for anyone knowing his father who was at Rhineland from 54 to 56. I was there at the same time, but I have no way to contact him. I can be contacted via email at: bockoduo2008@live.com
alex alcoser 13-Aug-2009 22:04
I was stationed at Rheinland 66-68..78th Eng,HHC,S-4..many good memories..go back every 2-3years..for a couple of year every year because my mother in law was very sick..i married a girl from Ettlingen..she was 16 and i 20 when we met..went out only 3 times, got married later and have been married 35 years now..i took have a ton of pixs of Ettlingen..make plenty every time we go..have some old ones when the Kaserne was an nco academy for the Nazis..got them from photograpy teacher at the kaserne.
Gregg Trennepohl31-Jul-2009 13:40
I'm not sure how long the profile stays on this site. My email address is GLTpohl@gmail.com
Ed Tamosaitis 09-Jul-2009 08:08
those pics sure bring back memories....was at the zoo from 71-74...started out in ADM and went to S-3 from there (et60629@att.net) if anyone cares to email me
steve mcbride 23-Jun-2009 16:37
great pic hey joe kalinowski this is steve mcbride call me at 580-221-1662
i moved to ok in 85 you still in chicago.
Gregg Trennepohl14-Jun-2009 15:20

I was in Rheinland Kaserne from July of 74 to August of 75. I knew Gene Strickland. When he got out I believe he lived in Hazelwood, Illinois, just north of St Louis.
I remember a guy named Pollack and I think he was the Movie House guy.
I was SP/4 Battalion S-4 Clerk down in the basement of HQ company. I remember my first night there I went up to the NCO Club and met a guy named Bob (don't remember his last name) that was in Charlie Company in the 78th He made me feel right at home. I told him he was like the welcome wagon committee. Our paths didn't cross much due to me being in HQ company and all but being a young kid in a foreign county this guy made it alright. Anyone that feels they knew me or just wants to contact someone from that time frame my email is listed on my profile .
Stephen Tecot 03-Jun-2009 05:19
I was stationed in Rheinland Kaserne from August 1961 to June 1963. Was in the 39th Engineer Construction Group HQ Company, then Group Hq as Assistant Adjutant and later Commo Officer. Also, spent a few months in the 77th. Two of the very best years of my life. Went back to Karlsruhe in 1970 and again in the 1990's for short visits.
Vernon White 27-May-2009 05:06
Hey Andy Freeman, this is Vernon White. I was with you and "Sgt. Rock's Maraders" from '83-'87. How has it been man? I'm living in Louisiana. I've heard from Adrian Valdez and Scott Henniger, but that's it so far. By the way these pics. really bring back some very fond memories. I can't believe how long it's been already. God bless all you guys.
Eli Gonzales 14-May-2009 03:45
I was with the 502nd. of the 565th. in Neureut Kaserne Nov.89- July92. I was a cook, and our CO was Capt. Franks. How I miss them days and Germany. Going to "Wildchicken" was always a blast, bors infested the whole area everytime we were there making the nights cold and scary. I tell my son about all the good times I had and the Parkbrau Perminator I drank, but he has his mind set for U. of Texas or Rice U. here in Houston. More power to him.....
Dale H Atherley 08-May-2009 23:11
I was in Ettlingen in 1974 at Rhineland Kaserne...these photos have awakened a lot of memories...whomever remembers Dale...you can reach me @ DAtherley@msn.com
Doug24-Apr-2009 18:22
Wow, these are great photos. I was stationed in Rhineland from 1983-1986 and 1988-1991 when the 78th was inactivated. Those were the best of times for me during my career. Both times I was in Aco.
Ray Moore 24-Apr-2009 13:37
Those photo sure bring back some good memories, I was there from 84-87 78th engr Bravo company. Love that pizzeria on the corner.
Bill Pryor 06-Apr-2009 18:11
I was a member of Hdq & Hdq Co, 47th Ord Group from Mar 1951 thru Aug 1952 stationed at Coffey Barracks, Ludwigsburg. Still have pleasant memories of my time in Germany so many years ago now. Coffey was named Fromann Kaswerne when we arrivwed and the name change sometime in 1951.
Charles Dumond 05-Feb-2009 02:55
Looking for George Washington from C-co,the guitar player. Oharlydumond@hotmail.com
Bob Adams 27-Jan-2009 18:03
I think I remember Bob Z. too. Bob do you remember Gene Strickland? He was in C Company and was a dozer operator. I think you left the "zoo" in 74. We had a big party for you. Am I right? Walking around that night with your walking stick? I would like to get in touch with Joe K. My e-mail and phone number is listed below. I am also looking for Dave Bartosh. We went to Ft Ord together. He was in HQ Company.
Bob Adams 27-Jan-2009 18:03
I think I remember Bob Z. too. Bob do you remember Gene Strickland? He was in C Company and was a dozer operator. I think you left the "zoo" in 74. We had a big party for you. Am I right? Walking around that night with your walking stick? I would like to get in touch with Joe K. My e-mail and phone number is listed below. I am also looking for Dave Bartosh. We went to Ft Ord together. He was in HQ Company.
Bob Zwahlen 26-Jan-2009 18:08
Joe Kalinowski..did you get the pictures I sent you...I am at 508-274-0234 Bob Zwahlen
bob Goldsmith (Adams) 18-Jan-2009 18:01
My email is bobbyg1955@aol.com home # 706-367-4418.
Bob Goldsmith (Adams) 18-Jan-2009 18:00
Hey Joe Kalinowski and Mark Bertram, I was at the Zoo from 1973 and part of 1974. My name then was Robert Adams. Joe give me a call. Remember Gene Strickland? The trips to the castles? Give me a email or something.
Bianka B. 28-Nov-2008 15:42
I am looking for a GI called Freddie Williams,he been in the D Company between 1990-1991.Who knows something about him??Please help
roger willis 20-Nov-2008 20:23
Randy Owens,
Do you recall the TREE that stood alone on the ridge past the swimmbad? I remember it, as it had a plaque on it, but cannot for the life of me recall what it read. I've tried googling it, but to no avail. If anyone knows about this tree, and the tower on the ridge heading to the Radio tower, please feel free to e-mail me at rogerdw81968@aol.com
Peter Jones 10-Nov-2008 17:48
My dad was stationed there in 54-56. He married my mother there. He was Foster Jones. Does anyone know him? Let me know. We are there visiting family almost every othere year. Ettlingen has really changed since they closed the kasernes there and Karlsruhe

Peter
johnny hartsfield 21-Sep-2008 18:25
serve charlie co from fall of 1979 to sept. 1983 some of the best years of my life.worked part time at the bowling alley. was there when we got the eng co of the army.met a lot of great people would like to hear from guys thatwere in c co at that time. still remember my squad leader name ssg salley
Bob Ressler 19-Sep-2008 01:01
I was Stationed there in the 80's 1983-1986.
Boy this picture sure brings back some good thoughts.
There was a pizza shop across the street to the left.

Anyone from that time frame feel free to contact me : resslers44646@yahoo.com
mark bertram 01-Sep-2008 12:22
I also was stationed in "the zoo" from 71-74. Great photos, would like to see the older ones. I have quite a few. My name is Mark Bertram, aka SGT X....Glad they did't tare it all down.
Randy D. Owens 24-Aug-2008 20:51
I was stationed at Rheinland from 87' to 91' with HHC, 78th EN BN(C). Ettlingen and Karlsruhe had such an impact upon me that I ended up staying in the Army until my retirement last year. Of all my assignments, Rheinland was my favorite. My friends and I spent many a crazy Saturday night in downtown Karslruhe at the Krokodile. I'm living in Germany now, married to the same girl I met from Karlsruhe almost twenty-one years ago. Like most people on the web site have said, much has changed at Rheinland. I go back to look at the old Kaserne from time to time. A lot is gone, but there is enough left to bring back some great memories. Rheinland, the 78th Engineers, and Karlsruhe are places I'll never forget.
Ed Bocko 20-Aug-2008 17:09
I was stationed at Rhineland from 1954 to 1956 with the 291st Engineer Co. HC which was changed to the 175th I think 1955. The 39th Engineer Group also encompased 77th Engineers with whom we shared the building.
michael kurtzweil 08-Jun-2008 01:50
i was there from 86 to 90 love the pics had so many good times there c co 78th eng
Andy Freeman 28-May-2008 20:16
My name is Andy Freeman, looking for anyone that was there 1981 - 1984, C Co. 78th En. 3rd Plt.
Brent Billow 14-May-2008 00:59
Thanks for the great photos. I share great memories of Rhienland. I was with the 78th from May 85 to december of 87. 12t platoon Alpha company...Go Gators. there was a Punchy..a hawaiian punch plywood cutout...hanging from the old roman watch tower on the hillside...I'll always cherish my time there
chis196312-May-2008 01:16
great pics, brings back some great memories, I was with C Co 78th from 1980 to 1982
STEVE CONYERS 02-May-2008 03:41
HI EVERYONE,
BEST YEARS OF MY ARMY CAREER. ETTLINGEN WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED. DON LASECKI, I REMEMBER YOU!! I WAS THERE FROM 88-91 D CO 78TH ENG CO. I WNAT TO TRY TO TAKE MY WIFE THERE TO VISIT
Joe Kalinowski 20-Apr-2008 21:08
Thank You mystery guest. I often wondered about him. He was always a real nice person.
Guest 20-Apr-2008 12:41
Joe, Steve lives in Ardmore, OK. He runs a company called Arbuckle Wireline.
Scott 12-Apr-2008 12:35
Rudy, the kasserne is at the corner of Durlacher and Huttenkreuzstrasse. In Google Earth it's easy to find, it's the light colored area just north of the town center of Ettlingen.

By the way, I was there from 83-85 in C Co, 78th.
Joe Kalinowski 12-Apr-2008 00:01
Rudy, from what I remember it was called Tipsyslaughtern when I would come out of the Alta Fritz. Just a little humor Rudy. Good Luck with your search.
Rudy 09-Apr-2008 04:06
My first assignment was with the 78th Engr Bn (C) when it was in a barracks in Karlsruhe and then in '65 we moved to Rheinland Kaserne in Ettlingen. Before leaving in 1966, I was assigned to the 555 Engr Gp (C). Does anyone know the side street on which The Rheinland Kaserne was located? I was trying to find it on Google Earth but my memory is not sufficient.
Joe Kalinowski 07-Apr-2008 21:54
Steve, are you still in touch with Steve McBride? He and I were bunking in the same room for a while with Stan Oliver and Eric Zanardi. I tried looking him up when I was in Colorado a few years ago, but no luck.
Steve Laumann 06-Apr-2008 21:09
I was in Ettlingen in 1974 at Rhineland Kaserne. My buddy Steve McBride and I were assigned to "C" Company. I then went with the ADM Platoon and met a lot of good people. In 1975 we moved to Coffey Barracks in Ludwigsburg when they combined all the ADM platoons into the 275th Engr Co (ADM). We missed Rhineland but there was also a MASH unit stationed at Coffey and the ratio of women went from 5 women to 500 men at Rhineland to 100 women to 300 men at Coffey.
Dale McFetridge 09-Mar-2008 23:03
I was stationed at Rheinland Keserne with the 78th. from 1971 to 1973. Amazing pictures, it is so nice to see the old base. I know a lot is gone, but these pictures help. I was in HHC.co. I also worked at the nco. club. We all had a grate time at the zoo. I am hopeing to make it back there soon. Any one who wood like to chat, or share pictures, please e-mail me at, DMcFet0037@aol.com
Russ Ellison 04-Mar-2008 15:16
Stationed here from 1991-1994. I still live very close to here. Everything behind, to include the shopette is gone. The bowling alley is also gone, but all other buildings are in use. I go there about once a month to bring back the memories.
Robert Zwahlen 27-Feb-2008 17:38
Pollock, my number is 508-241-6895 and would like to hear from you.
Joe Kalinowski 26-Feb-2008 03:20
Hey Bob, can I give you a phone call? I hope all is well with you also. Reading those names sure brought back memories.
Bob Zwahlen 25-Feb-2008 17:57
Pollack. Yup remember you for sure. I hope all is well with you. Remember Ollie, Space, Gutirrez, Oliver and Zarnardi, too!
Joe Kalninowski 02-Feb-2008 13:05
I was there from 1974 to 1976. I see Dave Boynton and Bob Zwahlen posted a comment. The three of us shared many a great German bier together at Fritz's across the steet. They would remember me as the Pollock.
Bob Zwahlen 30-Jan-2008 19:12
I was with C Company 78th Engineers from 73 to 75. I recognize the name of Dave Boynton on these comments. Dave was from Brockton, MA. I live in Bourne, MA now and work at Otis Airbase. I returned to the base now used as housing in 2001. Bob Zwahlen
Roger Willis 28-Jan-2008 10:45
Great pictures! I looked at all of them, remembering "there's my room!", "There's Bn HQ", etc
Richard Bollig 14-Jan-2008 22:55
I was with the 620 th. eng. from 1963 to 1964. Went back with my Wife in 1979 for a short visit.
Stephanie Mitchell 14-Jan-2008 09:08
The pictures brings back great memories. I was one of the very last soldiers to move to Mannheim from Ettlingen. We were a true family there.
Bret Wade 04-Jan-2008 19:57
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
David Boynton 04-Jan-2008 19:08
sure brings back nice memories,i was their from 1974-1976,
I wish i could go back in time and do it again,thanks for the pictures
Karl Henekls 01-Dec-2007 01:50
Really weird to see the base at it is now, and have the jarring disconnect of what it was then, in your mind. I was there 1985 to 1987 in C.Co.78th Engr.Bn. A.M.F. These are great photos you took of the Kaserne, Ettlingen(me and Danny Brown got drunk as skunks at the Weingarten many a time and have many good memories of Ettlingen. Thanks for posting this on the web.
mark sivik 31-Oct-2007 21:46
Thanks for the great memories. I was there '75,'76 and taught at the education center.
Rodney Wilk 10-Oct-2007 17:22
I was stationed at Rheinland Kaserne from October 1987 to July 1989. I was with HHC the Alpha Company, 78th EN BN. This is amazing. Thank you for the pictures
Dave Schrader 11-Sep-2007 05:39
Mr. Riboulet, thank you for posting the pictures. My friend and I were stationed at Rhineland in 90-91 with the 78th Engineers. My how things have changed. But thanks again for the trip down memory lane.
Dave Schrader, Spring Valley, Ohio
Tom Treanor 15-Jun-2007 23:46
By the way, Mr. Riboulet, do you remember the street address of Rheinland Kaserne? I'd like to pull it up on the Google Earth site.
Tom Treanor 15-Jun-2007 23:41
Dear Mr. Riboulet - thanks for posting those photos. Was stationed there '56'57, w/39th Engr. Group. Took my wife there last year and hardly recognized the Kaserne. So your photos are very welcome!

Tom Treanor
Jess Keopke 14-Apr-2007 21:58
My name is Jess Keopke,
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. I transferred from the 502nd to the 55th Engineer Panel bridge company at Smiley Barracks in Karlsruhe after making SGT E5, and stayed at Smiley until I left Germany in late 1967. These pictures of the Kaserne, and other pictures of Ettlingen are greatly appreciated.
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