It was a seedy joint that offered totally nude dancers and dirty movies between shows. McKee Barracks, Crailsheim Germany. My Crailsheim wife and I have been married now for 64 years, so I have many Crailsheim connections. Returned in the '70s for a visit. If any of you have photos please contact me at charlesdaniels34@yahoo.com. I got there in early spring '73, left summer of '75. My e-mail ricbadal@aol.comThank you. Too many good times and memories to list here. We didnt have one when I was there. She was from a little town around there. Crailsheim was quite rural when I was there. Crailsheim, Germany - Men's/Unisex Lightweight Fitted T-Shirt $23.95 Quantity Stylish, lightweight fitted t-shirt. That pilot was never allowed to fly around Crailsheim again.One time one of those pilots pulled a similar stunt on the AF officer and I, while we sat on a hillside calling the coordinates to them. Hope you like visiting my second home.Keith, Hi Keith,Sorry for the delay in my reply! HAVE YOU EVER ACTUALLY "TALKED" TO A VAMPIRE . McKee Barracks Crailsheim, Germany - Military Airfield . 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. [2], Today this considered as being within the West Cabra area, at the time of building the lands on either side of Blackhorse Lane/Avenue were considered to be within Grangegorman parish, as evidenced by. Thanks, Beth,Go to the McKee Barracks Alumni Facebook Page. She worked in the snack bar in that PX building and in the movie theater. When I got there they had transitioned to the Lance missile from the Sargent missile (I think). Great to hear from another kid from McKee. Mobel Bohn was there, but has probably changed greatly from when I knew it. I had Betencourt for either 5th or 6th grade and Frau Linden was the german teacher. I think there was a 5 star restaurant near Mariakappel, it was great food.I remember the "honey wagons" spraying liquid manure on the beet field across from McKee, what a smell. The choice of site was made on account of its proximity to the railway (by which troops could be transported anywhere in Ireland), excellent access to the sea / Dublin Port via the North Circular Road, and the training facilities for men and war horses. Hi All,I'm from Craislheim and my mother used to work in the McKee Barracks from the early 80s until closure in 1994. As a young man in the Army, Crailsheim was a great place to live and it gave me an opportunity to see parts of France, England, Austria, and Belgium. Mark,Don't remember what part Joe was from. It was around August every year. 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. I think I will not be partaking of that particular goody again anytime in the future. My wife didn't believe we had been to so many different places until my mom pulled out hundreds of pictures of different places. Kinda like the newsreels of the 30's, 40's, 50's kept folks up to date on world events. Our other favorite place to eat was out in the country at Oberspeltach. I stopped by a fruit and vegetable stand in the marktplatz and purchased some fresh strawberries, sun-warmed and sweet smelling. Thank you so much again for helping me Morale was low because we were drafted and taken away from our wives, families and girl friends. Danny,My ex husband, Tim, was a Corporal and then a Sergeant during our time with Svc Btry 4/12 FA. I served at McKee from early 1955 to mid 1957, so was part of the Occupation Force of Germany and have the ribbon to remind me. Military Catalog, Sales, Discounts & more. My husband was commander of the 595 Med.Co. I was with HQ.Co 1st Bn 37th Armour. 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. 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. Believe me, the old countryside had not changed much at all. McKee Barracks Crailsheim ; McKee Barracks Crailsheim Post & Kaserne. no problem? I lived in the BOQ for about a year and a half, then off post for a little over two years. I remember sledding on "The Hill". If you have any problem with it ,please contact me at ricbadal@aol.com. By the way, when I was there in '64 and '65, the movie theater only cost 15 cents. World / Germany / Baden-Wurttemberg / Crailsheim. Hello, (sorry my english is bad)I am German. Now that I look back on it, I was lucky to stay in Crailsheim and not have to move in country. I remember the "honey wagons" spraying liquid manure on the beet field across from McKee, what a smell. Crailsheim, (Mckee Barracks) was a great duty station and lots of fun. Our hang-outs were the Engel Keller, the Pfanne and the Gastof Rose. During school year 1969-70 I taught 7th grade and during school year 1970-71 I taught 5th grade. Crailsheim is a town in the German state of Baden-Wrttemberg. Horseshoe Hill may have been fun for the youngsters in the day, but it was a great time at night for the adults!! great to see all the post and a shout out to mel chambers. Veteran C. Young, After 30 years and learning the computer and finding VetFriends, I went to my first reunion of the USS Navasota AO-106. but I also had some very interesting TDY experiences. They made a point to photograph a lot of the building right before they were torn down. Our oldest son Rich was involved in all the DYA sports, I worked at the pre-school. I love Crailsheim, and Germany, and would gladly have never left. The 95th MP Battalion was in Mannheim.The company that covered Mannheim, I believe, was the 272nd MP Company. I wish I had taken pics while I was there. Amy,I was also stationed in Crailsheim during the same time as you and was assigned to svc btry 4/12 FA. Glad I found this blog. The choice of site was made on account of its proximity to the railway (by which troops could be transported anywhere in Ireland), excellent access to the sea / Dublin Port via the North Circular Road, and the training facilities for men and war horses. The barracks, originally named Marlborough Barracks after John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough and built as a cavalry barracks to house 862 military horses, were completed in 1888. B battery 2/42nd FA. 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. Thanks for making it possible!" I also was stationed in Crailsheim from 1961 to early 1966. good memories, Danny Anderson, hi my name is mel chambers and i converted the battalion to the 42 fld arty bn in 1973 and stayed untill 1978. at first i lived in the last house on the hill above the school and then i moved downtown just two doors from the bakery. But I got it out of my sistem. Det)from Oct 1973 to Dec 1975.My commander was Dr. Frank Taylor, who was an awesome guy.Dr. Robert Sanchez email mncross1@yahoo.com, Hi MichaelaI was in C-Btry 2/42 around 1976/78, and I knew all those dudes. Any idea which town/parrish he was from? Also didn't care much for the annual trip to Grafenwehr. davefingeroos@gmail.com, I was at McKee Barracks 1970-72 with Company C, 1st maint Bn. The pig want to work with me everyday and stayed in the yard of the Officers Club. It was the cottonwood trees that shed their blooms on the ground. I dont remember the names of the other places but I do remember one called the Flamingo. Its been great reading all these posts. Details. . AFN radio was picked up from stations in Stuttgart, or Nurnberg. JimI was stationed at McKee from March 1973 and returned to the "World" Dec. 1974. Anita from the Schiesshauskellar is now the owner of Anita's Kneiple and still pours a great "Halbe.". I was there during the Yom Kimmpur War. I'm the first to ever contact him. Crailsheim is served by the Upper Jagst Railway. The units at McKee Barracks when I was there were the 1-51 Infantry, 1st AD, and 2-42 Artillery VII Corps Artillery. Things have definitely changed in 26 years. It was redesignated at. Shop for McKee Barracks "GBNF" at Wandering I Store: canvas, color, cotton, Crailsheim, crewneck, district made, fitted, GBNF, Germany, gildan Home / McKee Barracks "GBNF" McKee Barracks "GBNF" Multiple colors and sizes available for each style. It is fascinating that a community would have such a impact on so many people. 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. to this building Nearby cities: Coordinates: 498'20"N 102'9"E. Add your comment in english Add comment for this object . I worked there as swicth board operator. We used to do a lot of sledding on the hill behind the BOQ. :)Please feel free to send me an email at rocketed@att.netEd. Dave Delgado,I was a dependent in Crailsheim from '75 - '79. Sophie-Scholl-Strae 2, 74564 Crailsheim, Germany - Great location - show map After booking, all of the property's details, including telephone and address, are provided in your booking confirmation and your . I lived in a small village off base. spider11@bellsouth.net. The Stern appears to have been preserved exactly as I remember it. It's been repeated here a few times but if you are a member of Facebook please join the McKee Barracks Alumni page. I especially enjoyed going on exchange trips to the local schools. aimee elizabeth daniel > chuck baird art meaning > mckee barracks crailsheim, germany > chuck baird art meaning > mckee barracks crailsheim, germany Another great memory was the annual Volkfest. (The bank was on the 2nd floor). Wish more people would write in. and by the way, I remember SFC Chambers and his blue '64 Impala. The stockaid was still there with the towers at all 4 corners. I could have picked a better MOS. I bet she was there for 20 years ruling the roost with an iron fist. I could go on and on but am glad to hear from someone that was there during the same time. I spent a good deal of time in Dienkelsbuhl (sp? Includes 1 (one) embroidered 4" x 1" patch for. We were the post champs in flag football in '75. We talked on the phone several times in the last few years, and finally we were able to meet in El Paso, TX for a short visit. I also only listened to AFN Nuremberg back in the 80s. Great memories! med. He was born in Butte on April 19, 1937, to Marylouise and Jean F. Richards. I worked in the towers, sallyport and post main gate. I was an MP in the 7727 AU Rehab Center and Stockade. It would be awesome if any of you could help us and contact us to share some information about your experiences. If you are interested get in touch with someone you knew while you were stationed there. It would be awesome if any of you could help us and contact us to share some information about your experiences. The streets was decorated with Christmas wreaths on the lights above head. How cool is that. McKee Barracks (Crailsheim) 0 available. Antrim. hello everyone I am former Army SGT Jim Goleman, HQ BTRY 2/42FA--1972-1975--S-2---Also published the LANCER newspaper, coached the AYA football team, played basketball for the 2/42 team. McKee Barracks, Crailsheim (closed in 1993) McNair Barracks, Berlin (closed in 1994) McNair Kaserne, Hchst, Frankfurt (closed in 1994) McPheeters Barracks, Bad Hersfeld (1993) Merrell Barracks, Nuremberg (closed in 1992) Unofficial homepage Michael Barracks, Hchst, Frankfurt (closed in 1994) Minick Kaserne, Bad Kreuznach (closed 1995?) The bakery made the best pretzels with a cheese that you smeared on the pretel. We arrived in Crailsheim a month before the school year ended and Frau Linden (the elementary school German teacher) had no idea what to do with my two sisters and I. I have just come across all these years later a letter she sent me and the address is 7181 Jagstheim, Vogelsang 291. The experience will always be with me. Ha! I hear that Mckee was closed almost 20 years now. 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. 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 ). Yikes! Try imagining being in the top apartment looking out those big bay windows and seeing one of those jets zoom by, just over your head. Entdecke McKee Kaserne Crailsheim in groer Auswahl Vergleichen Angebote und Preise Online kaufen bei eBay Kostenlose Lieferung fr viele Artikel! $4.95 ) (No reviews yet) Write a Review . You had to pay 5 marks to get into the place and that also got you one beer. Their presence drew mixed reaction from the people of Crailsheim. If you look on classmates.com, you will find a group of us Crailshiem vets. one of my best friends (estus ray smith) a surveyor is still living in germany and a surveyor for the gov. I never did run over anybody on that hill! I too felt somewhat sad when I visited the former McKee Barracks and think about how it was 33 years ago. You can email me at gmjoe2490@yahoo.com, Hello everyone!We found this blog while searching for information about the McKee Barracks in Crailsheim. 14. Now going back to 1971 I new a girl from there who was a student stopping with my then girlfriend in Scarborough UK. Her daughter is soon college age. Mom worked at the commissary.went to the elementary school on the hill in old housing,remember the tunnel that connected the housing areas. in Mckee barrracks crailsheim we have an alumni on face book here is a link there are allot of us there. I have many fotos of McKee bks to be put in my book but these storie that I read in this blog are great. 4.2 oz. Read item description or contact seller for shipping options. 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. 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 like the one about it being called a "Ranger Training Camp" by one of the base commanders who put it off limits. Hi all you Crailsheim fans,I was born and raised there. ed gay david ward did our tatoos. I have only been back once, on a Reforger Exercise in 1984. I could go on but I shouldn't. The ole gals that worked there sure could fix a great hamburger. Hi Sid, my name is Bill GoodyearAnd I was stationed at McKee Barracks from 1976-1977 while you were there. 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. Thomas Wall B1/51 HQ Platoon 11B10 and tool manI was in crailsheim from 02/82-08/83 I participated in reforger 1982. Hope to hear from B battery guys real soon. After the war, Cobra King became a monument tank, put on display at various American bases in Germany, Kitzingen (Harvey Barracks), Crailsheim (McKee Barracks), Erlangen (Ferris Barracks), & Vilseck (Rose Barracks) where it remained in obscurity, the wrong registration number painted on its side from one of its numerous repaints. I was in the 501st Ordinance Company. I could tell my son in law about where he could turn on the road, and what he would find. Your comments on Craisheim bring back fond memories. The playground you speak of was very popular and many memories. Members of the group are invited to post pictures and share experiences of their time there. I remember Dr's Taylor, Fink, and Fredrickson. I do remember a feisty, blonde Dragon Lady, erGerman woman, in charge of the housing office though. 2/42 FA, C Battery, 1976-1979. My teacher, Mr. Albrecht, was the best! Location of Service: Ashtabula, Ohio Dates of Service: 1963-1964 Entrance into Service: Enlisted Military Status: Veteran Cold War Branch of Service: Army Unit of Service: 2291st Army Reserve Hospital; 11th Special Forces Group; 342nd Military Police Company; 73rd Infantry Brigade, Ohio Army National Guard "1891 McKee Barracks, Blackhorse Avenue, Dublin", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=McKee_Barracks&oldid=1107029724, This page was last edited on 27 August 2022, at 19:19. 2,944,190. Michael Bachman was my roomie in AT&T at C-Btry. This photo is in 1 album. I am still in contact with the Dreschner family. 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? From AU$155 per night on Tripadvisor: McKee Hotel, Crailsheim. I am from crailsheim.i found this side with goggle. We started out our married life in Crailsheim and greatly enjoyed our time there. Did you proudly serve in MCKEE BARRACKS, GERMANY? Our post comander by that time was Brigadier General Charles C Rogers recipient ofthe congressional medal of Honor. I was the last soldier at Crailshiem, I literally slid the keys under the gate when I left. One noticeable thing about the original Russian invasion was that it was, in concept, very similar to their invasion of Georgia in 2008: long-term support for separatists in pro-Russian territories, then a fast campaign to occupy said territories combined with a thrust to the capital aimed at forcing the government to concede. I was assigned to the dispensary(16th.Med. . As the owner of this blog, I would love to have individuals post their memories and experiences about Crailsheim and/or McKee Barrakcs. He unfortunately died over 10 years ago. 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. man i miss thoes days. 25, No. Any help is welcome.Thank you in advance.Contact:LaLi97@gmx.deEsraIslertas@web.de, David Fingeroos here,Ironwood,Michigan. Great for sewing or gluing onto hats,vets,jackets,saddle bags etc. The principal was Mr. Orlando. FromBastrop, La/ Lived in Rossfeld, with a wonderful couple (karl and trudel ehammer) while there. We moved to Jagsthiem about 1972 . Hi Ted HaglerI was there from Jan 1958 until June 1957. I visited again often in 78-81 when I was stationed in the North of Germany. I still have some of the comic books that were an essential part of every boy's toy collection in Crailsheim. The DYA was my children's favorite place. Again, these were memorable times in my young life that I will never forget. I was there in 1958@1959 with the 37th Armor 1st Med. Do you have any pics of the post before it was demolished? You are welcome to email me at lonestaramy@aol.com and I will ask Tim if he recalls your name. Does anyone remember him, Captain Orrin Skolnick? Would love to locate Joe Godeaux, from Louisana, who was my roomate for a short time when I first got there. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator. We found this blog while searching for information about the McKee Barracks in Crailsheim. The combat command CO was Colonel Yow. Horrible!I would love to take my elder son to visit Crailsheim one day. It was the first place I ate out in Germany and remained a favorite of ours during our years there.Tschu!Amy. 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. Was an artillery surveyor in B btry, 2/42. We added to our family there also so ahve a son who calls that "his other homeland" although he remembers nothing about it. Ledward Barracks was referred to as "Panzer Kaserne " by the locals as it was a base for a German Army tank unit in WWII. My wife and I are glad we found this site. I returned to Germany in 1998 but McKee was gone already. I served as the Armorer who created the "Velvet Touch" Arms RoomBest arms room in the battalion. Freely downloadable at the Internet Archive, where I first uploaded it. Yuki, it turns out, was in the last graduating class of the high school at McKee. What a great time and experience! One of these days, I will return to Germany and visit the area. Unsere deutschen Freunde sind herzlich eingeladen, beizutreten! The volksfest in sept.was great. Articles; WorthPoint Media 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. Is it possible you remember a Dennis Cook, and where he was from?Keith. Photos are also welcome. Our housing building was the last on the street, which was across from the school's play yards. Hope this helped with coloring in the memories. I have great memories of the place. I remember my arrival there in the winter of '88 like it was yesteraday. On 15 October 1891 the headquarters of the 10th Hussars was moved there under Major Manners-Wood (commanding). I was in SVC btry 2/42 from 76-79. As I remember, pretty darn good. I too was stationed in Crailsheim from 88 through 91. I will sure to visit and take him on a tour.Thanks for your comment.Amy, I was stationed at McKee Barracks from 1968 to 1969. I also remember the 25 cent movie theatre where I probably got my first kiss. Like you, we have a son who was born at the hospital in Craisheim (Dec 89). I hope to hear from those folks who were there when I was. Hi, I was also stationed at Crailsheim / McKee Kaserne but from April 84 - September 85. 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. WowReading through all the posts certainly bring back memories of my 3 years in the "Sheim". 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? I would like to see some pictures of McKee Barracks in Crailsheim, Germany. After I publish comments it often takeme weeks to find the post it was attached to. The days of the SMLM cards (Red, yellow and white reminders that the Russian are coming) and the Iron Curtain. The pilots would then call back down to us to report on their hits, and "alleged" casualties. All the memories and friendships have taken a special place in my heart and will always remain there. Do you have MCKEE BARRACKS, GERMANY Reunion information you'd like to share, "When I Joined VetFriends, I read about the email locator service, and sent an email to my old friend. there was this guy we called slope head. What a great experience for a young man to be stationed in Europe. It was a great remembrance.Sid. I was in the 8th grade. We raced volkswagens on our time off and we'd go to the range and shoot all day. If you have any other names of people you would like to find post them. I know we had a great time there. Amy,I am Seventy Four years old and was stationed at Crailshiem in 58 and 59. I hope to run into some old friends on here. Or buying cases of German bier from the locals who worked on post. hay Anonymous above we have pictures on our face book group page From the late 60's of children sleding down horse shoe hill. I'm looking.charlesdaniels34@yahoo.com, Mark,My best friend at McKee Barracks was Jerry Thomas and he was a medic with HHC l/51. 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. Great memories of Crailsheim and was glad I was able to take my son for a visit. The 97th MP Bn (Confinement), which ran the Mannheim Correctional Facility, was also in Mannheim. I have many fond memories. I was there again for the Volksfest in 2008, and had a lot of fun. My most recent visit was last month during the Volksfest. Add place (company, shop, etc.) Be sure to send me a friend request! I bet you have some stories to tell about Crailsheim and McKee Barracks back in "the day"! Thanks for the memories! I can't remember the name of the place, but the food was great, the beer wonderful, and the atmosphere superb! Thank you for starting this blog. it was empty thoe.Later on the 78th field artilery and ocupited that part of it and then tore the the fience and 4 towers down. Beer was less than a mark!Anyone want to reach me? [6], In 2020, as part of the national response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a Defence Forces joint task force was established in McKee Barracks. Veteran L. Prickett, "Dear VetFriends, Thanks so much for your help! 153. 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. I was with Company C of the First Maintenance Battalion. [2], The barracks was later named Marlborough Barracks after John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough. Thank you for signing up for the VetFriends Newsletter! aaaahh---Memories for an old man. What a shame! 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. with allot of pictures. A friend of ours just sent us one. But I still have fond memories of being stationed there. Helicopter rides, the farmers marketStill miss Germany. Is it possible that he spent a little time at the Gasthaus Stern. In the spring time, when the streets were covered with what appeared as snow.
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