mckee barracks crailsheim, germany
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. 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. My older sister keeps in contact with some people from there and Nurnburg where she went to high school. Michaela, I was there and they were my friends. 2,944,190. Ed Bettencourt, Hi my name is Ric Badal I live near Crailsheim and I was also in McKeebks, 1973-1977 and returned to work in the photolab from 1986 til 1990. After they finished, they nose dived behind us with their engines off, and as we looked in front of us they turned the jets back on leaving us deaf! Bill From Hell. I was really touched to see that the housing areas are still vital communities, obviously cared for and cared about. I spent the entire tour in 1-51 in various assignments. Many memories Used to shop Crailsheim with my mother at the CoOp Great to know Crailsheim is doing well..i miss being there.Sheila Motko, An interesting blog. This page is open to anyone who served at McKee Barracks and their family members. Your understanding is much appreciated.-Amy, my dad was stationed in Crailsheim 79-82 501st ord company 1st sergeant Robert Anderson "Top" I'm little "Top", thats what the GI's in the company used to call me. Shipping: US-Mainland: free (more destinations) Condition: Brand new. Amy,Great article about your visit to Crailsheim! I spent there; especially a time when I was defrauded and unintentionally stole a bicycle of a young German lady who I desperately wanted to meet; she worked at snack bar, It was very embarrassing. They had the best "House Platte" in the world. We added to our family there also so ahve a son who calls that "his other homeland" although he remembers nothing about it. Jacinta. ". McKee Barracks (US Army) Crailsheim . The oldest town in Door County is Baileys Harbor. I also have some pictures taken at McKee. We raced volkswagens on our time off and we'd go to the range and shoot all day. But my fellow soldier were very respectfull Whites ,Blacks I realy did not care I only knew they were my brothers. All the friends I made growing up here that would soon be memories. I time and place that I will always carry with me. I have many fotos of McKee bks to be put in my book but these storie that I read in this blog are great. We started out our married life in Crailsheim and greatly enjoyed our time there. We used to do a lot of sledding on the hill behind the BOQ. Crailsheim McKee Barracks on a US satellite image from 07 July 1977 - 1: Crailsheim Army Airfield; 2: McKee Barracks Source: U.S. Geological Survey Radio beacons AFN on frequency 1394 kcs 0.5 nautical miles east. I am amazed how many people comment about their stay in Crailsheim.I was born in Crailsheim and worked in the office at the commissary from 1966 until 1969.My husband was the commissary steward and we got married Dec.1969.We live in Florida and will be visiting Crailsheim this year in September for the Volksfest.Who else is going? The first address you sent me is my buddy. I've dropped by 4 times in the last 8 years or so. I posted one of the Stern and some funny comments have been posted under it. Captain Justice Bailey sought refuge there in a gale and upon landing reported vast timber and limestone resources. In addition to the 2/42nd, the 1/51 IN, 501st Ord, MP Company, and a German reserve unit (may have missed one) were all there during my time. It was originally named Marlborough Barracks and housed approximately 900 horses of the British forces. I think of it often and miss some of its charm. Ansbach was nice but not like Crailsheim. Horseshoe hill was the best,played DYA sports "Go Green" think it was the "Cougars". If any of you have photos please contact me at charlesdaniels34@yahoo.com. One day a small privately owned jet made an emergency landing on post. 2/42 FA, C Battery, 1976-1979. Sergeant Greer and Rodrequis were Headquater 1st Sergeants, I thought Captin Ryan was in charge of Headquarters but I could be wrong. The pig want to work with me everyday and stayed in the yard of the Officers Club. We knew the owner, he was some American German who opened the place. Add place (company, shop, etc.) What a conversation we had. 37th Armor, drove for HQs commander. I remember the dances they held for pre-teens and teens at the community center. Captain William A. Newsom, MC, O-446992 (Chief of Professional Service, Outer Camp Hospital) and family about it, they would say that it was very strange, while He headed for McKee Barracks. Great memories of Crailsheim and was glad I was able to take my son for a visit. All rights reserved. McKee Barracks, Crailsheim Germany. Contact: LaLi97@gmx.de 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. my dad was in crailsheim and wounded in ww 2 10th aromored division he was taken out by c 47s col gatchell was his commander. It was around August every year. We were with Svc Btry 4/12 FA during our first 3 years in Crailsheim, then they deactivated and I'll be darned if I can remember who came in. 72 now! I returned to Crailsheim in 2005 and found the town had changed a lot and of course McKee was torn down. We had been to London, Paris, Copenhagen, Dusseldorf, Munich, Lausanne, Piza, Rome, French Riveria, etc. The 95th MP Battalion was in Mannheim.The company that covered Mannheim, I believe, was the 272nd MP Company. The sign over the front gate (Mckee Barracks) stood for a long time but was also gone the last time i was there. He continued his varied Army career as an Infantry Officer stationed at Ft Carson, CO, Ft Benning, GA, Los Angeles, CA, Denver, CO, and McKee Barracks in Crailsheim, Germany. I was assigned to the 545 MP company. I have just come across all these years later a letter she sent me and the address is 7181 Jagstheim, Vogelsang 291. We would drive up to Nuremberg and pick up a bunch of big macs at Mcdonalds and drive back to Crailsheim. Each room here will provide you with a terrace. Its been great reading all these posts. The bakery made the best pretzels with a cheese that you smeared on the pretel. Entdecke McKee Kaserne Crailsheim in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! We looked forward to going at least once a week during football season to catch the NFL highlight films. Boost Mobil. Albert Pawlowski. I was there from 66-68. I remember that we would dign up at the community center to be able to sack groceries at the commisary. I dont remember the names of the other places but I do remember one called the Flamingo. Almost all the s/4s and privates were draftees. Be sure to send me a friend request! You guessed it - because of Volksfest. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator. The days of the M880 Pickup and the M151A1 Jeep. . Is that even possible that we are that old?I looked for an old Army friend in Michigan who wasn't listed and I started calling people with the same last name. After 36 years away from the area, he could not believe it.All in all, I loved my time there and agree with everyone about the beauty and magic of Crailsheim!By the way, just connected with two of my old buddies from 3/37.Gary Cardenas. I can send pictures if you would like to see them.Jim Mc, Hi Jim,I'd love to see your pictures! also my wife ingrid died in 1988 from a heart attack at the age of 45. later. The apartment buildings are now many different colors other than the beige color with "A" and "B" on them. Collins Barracks, Cork; Address: Collins Barracks, Cork, T23 VA02. It was a great remembrance.Sid. Major McKee was killed in 1945, while engaged in a spotter flight over Trebnitz, Germany. Space Force Air Force Guidon Army Guidons . I was there 85-87. I was in SVC btry 2/42 from 76-79. The streets was decorated with Christmas wreaths on the lights above head. Linden who I later found out had been killed in a car crash. Search. 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. McKee Barracks. Kinda like the newsreels of the 30's, 40's, 50's kept folks up to date on world events. Their was also a medical detachment and a platoon of the 126th maintenence. WELCOME to CITYHOTEL AM McKEEPLATZ, your modern 3-star hotel located on McKee-Square in the main County town of Crailsheim. They made a point to photograph a lot of the building right before they were torn down. HI All:Looks like I am the old timer here. I visited again often in 78-81 when I was stationed in the North of Germany. Spent most of it in the motor pool.Steve B. I was in Alpha Co, 1/51 82 and 83. The ole gals that worked there sure could fix a great hamburger. I can remember to the MCKee Baraks in Crailsheim.From 1990-1993 i have friends on the Base. We used to go to a Gasthaus in Mariakappel, east of Chrailsheim. Fond memories indeed1. I was with the 1st medium tank battalion, 4th armored div.I was in Headquarters Co and worked in S-4.We rode around in M48 tanks that were in poor shape as the military was still suffering from a shortage of equipment as the Korean War was over and the federal government was not too interested in spending money on the military. Either an Air Force CPT or Major would arrive at our Hqs before hand to work with our S-2 office. send me a email.Thomas, Mr./Ms. It's cheaper if I mail it than postage and handling. Ledward Barracks was referred to as "Panzer Kaserne " by the locals as it was a base for a German Army tank unit in WWII. *lol*Sam, What memories these postings have bought back! My husband was stationed in Crailsheim,1972-76.I met him there and we married in Crailsheim,One of our best men last name was Shipman.They were in a maintenance company.Because of his last name every one called him OD.We had 2 sons while there.I miss my home,think of Crailsheim often.We are retired in Alabama now.Thanks for the memories. I live in Gilbert, AZ my email is bcgoodyear@outlook and my phone number is 480-330-6518. I am still in contact with the Dreschner family. My Crailsheim wife and I have been married now for 64 years, so I have many Crailsheim connections. [2], The barracks was later named Marlborough Barracks after John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough. Crailsheim is a town in the German state of Baden-Wrttemberg. I was on the Base around 1976, married to Glen Bone who was the accountant for the Officers Club. HI AMY!My Dad was in the Army in Germany in the late 1950's-1961, and I heard more stories than I can remember from him, but none concerning Crailsheim. We got to know quite a few residents there and they were very nice to us. I am still in Germany, working in Heidleberg at USAREUR/7A HQ. I have always wanted to return to Germany with my family but have not been able to. Now that I am retired, I think I might want to take a trip back there even if things have changed. Unit 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 It's been repeated here a few times but if you are a member of Facebook please join the McKee Barracks Alumni page. I had a VW, so I managed to stay off base during free time as much as possible. My father was SSgt Abelardo Lopez and he worked at the Rod and Gun Club also. The best bier fests that I went to were in Rothenburg and Dinkelsbuhl. From AU$155 per night on Tripadvisor: McKee Hotel, Crailsheim. Thanks,Mike, Dear AmyI was stationed with the l/51st IN from March of 73 until June 76. Seemed like the longest three years of my life. I also was stationed in Crailsheim from 1961 to early 1966. ore any other plase near Crailsheim? McKee Barracks. As I remember, pretty darn good. Fink, and Dr. Hinsley were the other officers.We had a couple of civilian ambulance drivers,Rudolf Bergman and Rudolf Hahn that were really good.I like to know of any group trips to Crailsheim , please contact me at wlb646@aol.com. I was the Supply Clerk until 3 months before I left. I was a military brat and my father was stationed at McKee Barracks ?1977-79. As MPs we drove all over the countryside and I remember how beautiful and green everything was. The joint task force was involved in co-ordinating the Defence Forces supports during the response to COVID-19, with the priority on supports to the HSE. Some of the best years of my youth. I actualy got to filmed in a TV documentary on how well the Americans and Germans got along here. Please try to keep your posts relevant to McKee Barracks. Some of the best memories and times of my life were of Crailsheim. Thanks. Wonderful family! It was the cottonwood trees that shed their blooms on the ground. The fact that my wife spoke German helped. U.S. I will not, however, post any inquiries from people seaching for family members or friends which I have done in the past. Any help is welcome.Thank you in advance.Contact:LaLi97@gmx.deEsraIslertas@web.de, David Fingeroos here,Ironwood,Michigan. I remember Grafenwoehr, tent city, come to think of it not all memories are fond memories. My most recent visit was last month during the Volksfest. 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. davefingeroos@gmail.com, I was at McKee Barracks 1970-72 with Company C, 1st maint Bn. 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 broadened my outlook considerably, and I consider myself lucky to have spent time there.That was offset somewhat by being in a tactical nuclear missle unit. A friend of ours just sent us one. Is it possible that he spent a little time at the Gasthaus Stern. The burgers and chips in the snack bar, the films in the theater (although I couldn't understand a single word back then) - I remeber watching Rambo II, Indiana Jones Temple Of Doom and Back To The Future there for example. and by the way, I remember SFC Chambers and his blue '64 Impala. I think I will not be partaking of that particular goody again anytime in the future. Sad that it is all gonebut oh, the sweet memories.Sherry Frenchsfr225@yahoo.com, Message to Sam and Terry, as well as to all Shimmers.I was stationed at McKee from Oct 64 to June 66, when I was reassigned back to the US. The antenna faced the housing area, and had very limited range west, north or east of McKee Barracks. We were stationed in Germany in 1975 through 1978. SALT II outlawed that missle, so all that ends wellMy wife and I were public school teachers in Bellflower CA, and one year, we got a new principal, named Yuki Moi. Going to the Crailsheimer Volksfest in September.Who else is going? McKee Barracks (Crailsheim) 0 available. If you are interested get in touch with someone you knew while you were stationed there. He called the AF officer in charge and let him have it. I clearly remember that great ice cream you could get there. I think of the place often, and would like to return for a visit. I remember the "honey wagons" spraying liquid manure on the beet field across from McKee, what a smell. Like many of you it was some of the best years of my life. The best bier fests that I went to were in Rothenburg and Dinkelsbuhl. spider11@bellsouth.net. Steam engines still worked the line to Schwaebisch Hall, and pulled our troop trains from the Kaserne railhead out to the main line. 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