mckee barracks crailsheim, germany

Dear Amy, First let me say Merry Christmas ..My father was stationed at Mckee Barracks 72-74 lived on the post for a year in buiding 205 . Or buying cases of German bier from the locals who worked on post. CPT William O'Connor was in charge of S-1.SAM, The fighter jets (either F100 or F101)you are talking about would come in for aerial exercises, at times when our Battalion go out for Readiness Tests. We knew the owner, he was some American German who opened the place. WebHe continued his varied Army career as an Infantry Officer stationed at Ft Carson, Colorado, Ft Benning, Georgia, Los Angeles, California, Denver, Colorado, and McKee Barracks in Crailsheim, Germany. All the memories and friendships have taken a special place in my heart and will always remain there. I was stationed at McKee Barracks from 1971 - 1974. Thank you for the grat photos. I lived with the Schmidts who owned the dry cleaners. Our last visit included an evening at the Muswiese fall market in Musdorf. 573rd Artillery and 51st Infantry was also there. Tall, red hair and freckles?

We didnt have one when I was there. Nearby Conn Barracks had the 2/64th Armour, 3/64th Armour, an ADA unit and part of the 3rd Aviation Bn. I remember the "honey wagons" spraying liquid manure on the beet field across from McKee, what a smell. For days, I just walked around the town and looked at all the things I remember. Thanks again!Rick Cutlip, HiI was stationed at McKee Barracks from 84-87. Unsere deutschen Freunde sind herzlich eingeladen, beizutreten! I was in the 8th grade. JimI was stationed at McKee from March 1973 and returned to the "World" Dec. 1974. Hi, I was also stationed at Crailsheim / McKee Kaserne but from April 84 - September 85. I am 34years old. Good peeps, all of them. Morale was low because we were drafted and taken away from our wives, families and girl friends. My dad was stationed in the 37th armored division and I lived here for almost 2 years (65-67). I spent the entire tour in 1-51 in various assignments. I served as the Armorer who created the "Velvet Touch" Arms RoomBest arms room in the battalion. The ole gals that worked there sure could fix a great hamburger. I was stationed there from Jan 1958 until June 1959. I was in Alpha And Headquarters Battery. It brought back great memories reading about your memories in Crailsheim. I went back to Crailsheim in 2002. Bundesliga, the second division of German basketball. We eventualy were relocated to Ansbach. Does anyone know whatever happened to the school? The days of the M880 Pickup and the M151A1 Jeep. USS McKee (DD-87), was a Wickes -class destroyer during World War I. USS McKee (DD-575), was a Fletcher -class destroyer during World War II. I was so glad to come across this site.Thank you Debbie. Manuel He took us to Bertschgarden (sp? Ingrid Humphry, whose husband was based there between 1962 and 1965. What a great time and experience! All the friends I made growing up here that would soon be memories. Like many of you it was some of the best years of my life. I badly want to go back and see some of it. The Division's CO was General Omara. I remember Grafenwoehr, tent city, come to think of it not all memories are fond memories. WebMap of air bases in Germany All Airfields A-Z.

I remember walking to the chow hall and the smell of food in the air. When we arrived there weren't many cats and our girl Sam had lots of litters. Hello, I lived at McKee from 1959 till 1963. HI All:Looks like I am the old timer here. To be honest I don't remember who took over when I was leaving as my memory seems to be fading as the time goes on. It was nice to hear Amy's adventures revisiting the McKee Barracks area. I was assigned to the 545 MP company.

WebOfficial Facebook Page for McKee Barracks in Crailsheim, Germany. Damn It knew exactly when I got off work and walked to my building to greet me. Festina Lente. I was a military brat and my father was stationed at McKee Barracks ?1977-79. I posted one of the Stern and some funny comments have been posted under it. It's great reading all the fine memories of Crailsheim and McKee Barracks as I was there 1970-72 with HHB, 5th Bn 73rd FA. I know we had a great time there. We will follow it closely from now on. (Paula and Heinrich, with kids Edgar, Victor, and Marie). Matt Andres, Hi My name is Ric Badal I am writing the history of Mc Kee Bks and all of these statement I read would be great to use in my book. thanks fortaking the time.Bob, You're not kidding, Bob! Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. I hope to run into some old friends on here.

When I got there they had transitioned to the Lance missile from the Sargent missile (I think). I imagine my ex-husband, Tim, who also reads this blog, would like to read your recollections as well. I live in Gilbert, AZ my email is bcgoodyear@outlook and my phone number is 480-330-6518. This company was blessed with some really great fwllows. Our other favorite place to eat was out in the country at Oberspeltach. psychotherapy office sublet nj By On 1 second ago. My name is Bill GoodyearTake care Brother and stay in touch.Cell::480-330-6518bcgoodyear@outlook, I was at McKee.

wow Amy, a little memory lane about Crailsheim sure brings out the posts. I was in Hq Hq Co 1st medium Tank Btn.I worked in S-4 and the last few months in the Hq Hq Co supply room.My name was Sp/4 Robert T Dixon, Wow!

Either an Air Force CPT or Major would arrive at our Hqs before hand to work with our S-2 office. We lived in the apartment building that faced the main highway, right across the street from a house where I believe the post commander lived. There were many great places to eat and I remember one place just outside of town that was a 5 star restaurant but I cant remember the name, it may have been in Mariakappel. Nadine Collins, Hannelore Koehler Schmidt.I was born in Kirchberg/Jagst are Hangout was Chrailsheim.I also married a GI Jim Schmidt who was there in the Army in 1964 to 1966 in 3rd 37th armor nothing but good times.Crailsheim never was the same after they pulled out all the GI s i went back every year ones or twice while my Parents where alive.I was there when they tore MC KEE Barracks down i crossed those yellow Lines they had up because i was o upset because they where in the Process of tearing down the Chapel.Boy did i get into trouble over that.MC KEE BARRACKS was tore down because it was so full of Asbestos.Just thought you might like to know you may also look it up on the internet, It looks like *I* am the oldtimer here. The DYA was my children's favorite place.

See 49 traveler reviews, 42 candid photos, and great deals for McKee Hotel, ranked #1 of 7 B&Bs / inns in Crailsheim and rated 4.5 of 5 at Tripadvisor. I now live in Cleveland, OH but I do go back to Crailsheim on a regular basis.

WebHardt Business Park (Former McKee Barracks 0.6 km; Voith Turbo 1.6 km; Crailsheim Railway station 2.1 km; Solar Farm 2.7 km; PSP 82 (Ammo Storage Site) US 3.7 km; ehemaliges Teildepot Gert Oberspeltach 6.6 km; Reichelsbach Lake 10 km; ehemaliges Teildepot Material GEIFERTSHOFEN 20 km; Solar park 24 km; Swabian Jura 86 km
I started teaching in the dependant elementary school. It was owned by a family, who were great people. I was with the 4th.armor div. Hope this helped with coloring in the memories. Does anyone remember him? In 2015 they were first promoted to the Bundesliga but relegated after two seasons. The streets was decorated with Christmas wreaths on the lights above head. I hope you weren't in Hohenfels the year the advance party put up the big tents in the frozen ground, and then we had a rain, and all the tents fell on top of us. Vincent. We started out our married life in Crailsheim and greatly enjoyed our time there. There is a new (in 2005) hotel, Stadthotel Crailsheim ( http://en.stadthotel-crailsheim.de/Wiki.jsp?page=Main_en ) on the river downtown that is very nice and reasonable should anyone need a place to stay. I had Betencourt for either 5th or 6th grade and Frau Linden was the german teacher. The pictures and discussion help a lot. I'm interested in hearing from folks who remember those good old days! The Crailsheim Merlins are the city's basketball team. I still can taste those burgers till this day. I was an MP in the 7727 AU Rehab Center and Stockade. By the way, did the Schmidts run the laundry and dry cleaners when you were there? Wonderful family! I remember heading over to a "disco" in Blaufelden on the weekends. I remember freezing my backside off at Hohenfels with Jerry and am pretty sure Joe spent time at the Stern (didn't most single GI's?). Army brat whose family was there for my 5th grade (1969) We lived across the street from the elementary school, across from horseshoe hill. I can't remember the name of the place, but the food was great, the beer wonderful, and the atmosphere superb! The units at McKee Barracks when I was there were the 1-51 Infantry, 1st AD, and 2-42 Artillery VII Corps Artillery. Unfortunately, he died in a car accident a couple of years ago. I now wish I would have taken more pics as I understand that the post is now leveled. spider11@bellsouth.net. I was one of the two squads of MP's living in bldg.

Read item description or contact seller for shipping options. The best bier fests that I went to were in Rothenburg and Dinkelsbuhl. It is fascinating that a community would have such a impact on so many people. I am working on a project that may be of interest to you weather you are in search of friends or chasing memories. Farmers still worked the fields directly across Highway 14 from the main gate. I am back here now (literally as I am typing, sitting in the Hotel Schwarzer Bock) for the first time since I left in 83, with my son who was born in late 83 (I met his mother here in Crailsheim). My wife and I are glad we found this site. The city's main attractions include two Evangelical churches, a Catholic church, and the 67 metre tower of its town hall. I went there in January 1962 until May 1964. My husband was commander of the 595 Med.Co. Can you believe the waiter passed this up? I was stationed in Crailsheim from March 1975 to October 1978. Crailsheim became a possession of the Burgrave of Nuremberg following the siege. great to see all the post and a shout out to mel chambers. Was only there one year because we moved on to Oberammergau for our remaining 2 years in Germany, but it was a great time to be a kid in Germany!

I also remember the 25 cent movie theatre where I probably got my first kiss. I went to the Rathaus and looked in the archives. We would drive up to Nuremberg, pick up a bunch of big macs, and drive back to Crailsheim with the burgers on the M151 engine manifold.I remember the New Yorker, I think I even have a menu from the place somewhere. Do you have any pics of the post before it was demolished? We got to know quite a few residents there and they were very nice to us. Mike and Ingrid. What a crowd. WebOn 18 December 1944, the 37th got its march orderto move north against the German penetration, which was causing alarm to the Allied High Command. tank batallion,4th armored division. Following an American assault in mid-April 1945, the town was occupied briefly by US forces before being lost to a German counter-offensive. Other major units on post included the 1st.Bn 78th.FA and Combat command B.

Seemed like the longest three years of my life. ), to visit a fuedal lord's castle, and we were able to participate in one of Crailsheim's annual parades dressed in really old clothes lent to us from their museum. We later moved into the military housing. I still miss that wonderful Engel Brau!-Leslie Seth Hammond, My wife and I were teachers at the Crailsheim American School from August of 1969 through June of 1971. Like you, we have a son who was born at the hospital in Craisheim (Dec 89).

Sure glad the Russians did not attack us!I did like Germany and made some very good friends while there.

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We would play other batteries and we had the best at that time. I am from crailsheim.i found this side with goggle. I didn't realize it until much later that Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Dinkelsbuhl and Harburg,all just a short drive from Crailsheim, were the only three remaining cities in Germany that had all of their original walls intact. His name is Leslie Anthony Hill and he was a Sergeant back then. Sad but progress, at least the housing area was put to use. So different than the US. In 1791 it became part of the Prussian administrative region, before returning to Bavaria in 1806 and becoming a part of Wrttemberg in 1810. I think I gave him a bottle of Jim Beam that I purchased at the class 6.To this day I have never tasted any American beer that is a good as the fest bier in Germany. I just thought it would be lovely to get in touch if I could find her but I need to know if that is a full address? It was great to read about your stay at the ol' Crailsheim. Some were extensively developed, like Ansbach and Illesheim. It is: jkennedyralph@eircom.net. Michaela, Hi MichaelaI was in C-Btry 2/42 around 1976/78, and I knew all those dudes. I was assigned to HQ Company 1/51 Med Platoon from January 1975 through June 1976 and either worked in the Clinic or went out on Field exercises with the 1/51. 2/42 FA, C Battery, 1976-1979. I felt like a civil war veteran looking over an old battlefield trying to explain to my wife and son where buildings had been located when I was stationed there. My wife is from the Ellwangen area, about 25 minutes from Crailsheim. Looks like we were there at the same time as Keith, Sid and closely followed the anonomous poster who worked in the Clinic with Rudy, Rudolph and Dr. Fink. Amy,I am Seventy Four years old and was stationed at Crailshiem in 58 and 59. We went back in 1996 for a visit - sadly the area had really grown. I never could figure that out, but then I never figured out the Army either. Military airfields in Germany (593) Aachen: Merzbrck Airfield; Abtshagen: Anti-aircraft missile unit 4321; Crailsheim: McKee Barracks Army Heliport AHP : Dahn: Army Heliport AHP; Damgarten: Air Base; Darmstadt: Army Airfield AAF; WebMcKee Barracks, Crailsheim, around 1960. Moved back to the states in the late '50s.Dad was the principal of the base school and mom was a teacher.Mom and dad are gone now but I have all sorts of crazy memorabilia of post life in the '50s. I have always thought about and missed some of my freinds. Jerry was from Puyallup, WA and was the best man at my wedding in 1977. I also have great memories of that time and place and it's hard to believe it has been almost 36 years. Never seen so much snow. I especially enjoyed going on exchange trips to the local schools. I was on the Base around 1976, married to Glen Bone who was the accountant for the Officers Club. Webmckee barracks crailsheim, germany. Her daughter is soon college age.

WebI was in A 2/42 at Mckee Barracks Crailshiem Germany from 1982 thru 1986. I could go on forever with the stories and places. In 1985 it moved Headquarters to McKee Barracks, Crailsheim Germany. Toggle menu. Going to the Crailsheimer Volksfest in September.Who else is going? For 2 weeks around Christmas, we got every other day off which was great. I am from Puerto Rico . By far the best radio station in Germany at the timeGod bless! I am trying to find the father of one of our families friends. Some of the best memories and times of my life were of Crailsheim. I think I gave him a bottle of Jim Beam that I purchased at the class 6.To this day I have never tasted any American beer that is a good as the fest bier in Germany. I can't repeat the words the AF officer next to me said to them! Is it possible you remember a Dennis Cook, and where he was from?Keith. Hope you like visiting my second home.Keith, Hi Keith,Sorry for the delay in my reply! I got there in early spring '73, left summer of '75. I wish I'd known about the pizza placewe occasionally broke down and bought a pizza with a cardboard crust at the snack bar. The motorpools which had just been rebuilt before we started turning post back over to the Germans have been flattened and some factories have been built there instead. The Stern appears to have been preserved exactly as I remember it. I found this blog to be very interesting and exciting. Det)from Oct 1973 to Dec 1975.My commander was Dr. Frank Taylor, who was an awesome guy.Dr. us army crailsheim germany.

The closest McDonalds was in Nuremberg where our Battalion HQ was located.

My dad was Robert Dutcher and was in the tank btn. My son studied German in high school and college and had always wanted to visit Germany, so we went for 30 days in 2006. Incorporated in 1338, it lies 32 kilometres (20 miles) east of Schwbisch Hall and 40 km (25 mi) southwest of Ansbach in the Schwbisch Hall district. Webview large West Germany - Crailsheim - McKee Barracks - Bldg 209 A5 - Harold Lloyd - January 1978 Harold & his co-pilot were in Germany for the Air Force Reserve and came down to Crailsheim. It always surprised me how may fatalities occurred during reforger that involved traffic accidents, drownings, and plane crashes. Been to Graf Hoenfels BonnlandI have fond memories of it all. (The bank was on the 2nd floor). This page is open to anyone who served at McKee Barracks and their family members. I got unbelievably lucky, and hit his cousin on the first phone call and he directed me to his mother. PHYSICAL ADDRESS 245 Glassboro Road, Route 322 Williamstown, NJ 08094. We kept the burgers warm by placing them on the M151 jeep engine manifold.I remember the New Yorker, I think I even have a menu from the place somewhere. davefingeroos@gmail.com, I was at McKee Barracks 1970-72 with Company C, 1st maint Bn.

It was so cool to see helicopters land right in front of our apartment and drop him off at his house.Does anybody remember the fighter jets that used to fly rooftop high over the post on their practice runs?

I'm Ed Dewey, and I was an artillery surveyor in the 5/73, then the 2/42 (Lance) from early '72 until Aug. 74.If anyone remembers me, send me an email at: rocketed@att.netEd, I was there as an artillery surveyor from early '72 until Aug. '74.

Our oldest son Rich was involved in all the DYA sports, I worked at the pre-school. Another great memory was the annual Volkfest. Arnie, Loved the stories. "Yesterday was in Mannheim at the spinelli Barack, i bought a Ford F150 Truck 5.4Triton engine from the Army.

Search by name, and you'll find a few of the names you are searching for :-)BillBlack, Hello Amy, I was trying to locate any ArmyBrats who went to school at Mckee Barracks. Mostly around September. WebUnit of Service: Company C, 126th Ordnance Battalion, 4th Armored Division Location of Service: Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri; Fort Knox, Kentucky; McKee Barracks, Crailsheim, Germany Highest Rank: Specialist Five Dates of Service: 1960-1963 Entrance into Service: Enlisted Military Status: Veteran Materials I also was sad to hear they tore everything down as I always wanted to return for a visit. Websims 4 pageant sash.

Photos are also welcome. 2 seconds ago 0 1 mins. Take care and hope you are doing well Brother. In 1985 it moved Headquarters to McKee Barracks, Crailsheim Germany. ed gay david ward did our tatoos. Thanks to all who have contributed to this site. Your description of the "Dragon" lady in housing cracked me up!Michael Nagles, Crailsheim was one of the best experiences i have had in my life. There is a McKee barracks group on facebook. Wagner, Elroy Thompson, Dean Vandeberg. Our german teacher was Frau. I feel very fortunate to have been in Crailsheim when The Wall came down and to witness a piece of history. [3], Crailsheim's railroad and airfield were heavily defended by the Waffen-SS during World War II. There's a lot more info on the Facebook pages 'McKee Barracks Alumni' and 'New McKee Barracks Alumni' for those interested.Tom Woehrman, Dave Fingeroos again.For those that knew me in B battery,here is my email..davefingeroos@gmail.com, Hi there, I am searching for my father. One memory I have is during the 1973 Israel-Egypt war, when the Isreali Army crossed the Suez Canal, both the 1/51 and 5/73 FA (or 2/42 FA) left overnight to their alert positions. I'm putting in a lot of time and effort getting us back in touch with one another. Spent most of it in the motor pool.Steve B. I was in Alpha Co, 1/51 82 and 83. Webmckee barracks crailsheim, germany mckee barracks crailsheim, germany. I was really touched to see that the housing areas are still vital communities, obviously cared for and cared about. Albert Pawlowski, I was there and they were my friends. Early Wedneday morning, I took a stroll to locate a bakery where I purchased and attempted to consume an extremely dry, crumbly, tasteless, baked stick of dough. I still have a Crailsheim German police hat that I got from a German police officer. My name is Mike Freyman and would like to hear from anyone that lived in Crailsheim during that time period. Aug 26, 2012. The apartment buildings are now many different colors other than the beige color with "A" and "B" on them. Some of the best times of my life there ( at least the ones i can remember ) would be nice to hear from some of the guys you can email me at Oldamergerman@yahoo.com hope to hear from some of you ( Sherry tell Terry i said "HI" if he remembers me ). We looked forward to going at least once a week during football season to catch the NFL highlight films. Hi Amy,I was stationed with SVC Btry, 2/42 and 4/12 from Nov 86 to Jan 90. I was with B battery, 2/42. We had very good friends from C- Btry 2/42 around 1976/77 in Crailsheim and reading these posts bring back memories.I have recently looked for some people, but can't find them: Margie and Zach Reyes, David Heath, Joe Hess, Michael Bachman, Mark Gleason, David Braunsteina shame I don't remember moreThey used to visit us in the "Forellenhof" and we had great Parties at the "old house" or went to Dnsbach Disco.Does anybody know them ?I do not live live in the Craislheim area anymore but have been there last summer and it really changed a lot. However, From 19691988 the battalion was stationed at Bismarck Kaserne in Katterbach, Germany. AFRTS TV arrived on a local broadcast channel about the time I got there. I was fortunate to be able to bring my new bride over to experience life on the "Economy". I remember one time when one of those Jets did a nose dive on the flag pole at the Post HQ, on their way back to their base. I was the S-3 (training and Operations) clerk for HHC, 3rd Bn-37th Armor. Webwhy did john ventimiglia leave blue bloods. Is that your dad? You had to pay 5 marks to get into the place and that also got you one beer. I was 11 when we first moved to Crailsheim and the memories of playing as a child around the barracks and out on the side of the hills around the post are still very vivid. The volksfest in sept.was great. He worked mainly in the supply room. Please send to lonestaramy@aol.com.Thanks,Amy. !Dennis Brown, Fort Myers. During this action the Headquarters performed its mission in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Iraq. We would drive up to Nuremberg and pick up a bunch of big macs at Mcdonalds and drive back to Crailsheim. We could see route 14 from the front door of our barracks and I traveled that road a lot as I was the supply driver for the company.Thanks for your information, hope to hear from you. Eating at that marvelous snack shop above the PX. I also was stationed in Crailsheim from 1961 to early 1966. WOW!!! That is where the pizza place up in Roterbuck would drop our pizza when we ordered it. I loved the fact that when I went to the town, people felt safe to leave there Baby outside in the carriage while they shopped. Mobel Bohn was there, but has probably changed greatly from when I knew it. I have always wanted to return to Germany with my family but have not been able to. [4], Crailsheim became the postwar home to the U.S. Army's McKee Barracks until the facility closed in January 1994.[5]. How time flies!I also don't have any particularly interesting stories to share wtih all of you, but I did a web search which produced a USAREUR aerial picture of the base in 1960I could pick out the bulding which housed the PX and snack bar, the movie theater, and the small shack outside the main gate where we bought our car insurance!

hit up my youtube page hollywoodbadguy1anyone remember me or info on in anyone in hq please contact me.i got intouch with col van horn have his email. I think I remember Joe Gadeau. I just never have made it back there for some reason.thomasawall@yahoo.com. April 5, 2023; does lizzie become a vampire in legacies; coefficient of friction between concrete and soil I too was an Army brat when my father was stationed at McKee Barracks with the 1/51 from May '68 to May '70. I still have some of the comic books that were an essential part of every boy's toy collection in Crailsheim.