I appreciated your picture of where the front gate was but was sad to hear to base has been torn down asI would have enjoyed visiting it. McKee Barracks Crailsheim Condition: New Quantity: More than 10 available 12 sold / See feedback Price: US $5.95 Add to cart Add to Watchlist Ships from United States Shipping: Will ship to United States. I lived in the BOQ for about a year and a half, then off post for a little over two years. I hope to hear from those folks who were there when I was. Been to Graf Hoenfels BonnlandI have fond memories of it all. 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! 25, No. It was likeanother world. 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! As I remember, pretty darn good. Wow, what memories. Its been great reading all these posts. I remember heading over to a "disco" in Blaufelden on the weekends. Sergeant Greer and Rodrequis were Headquater 1st Sergeants, I thought Captin Ryan was in charge of Headquarters but I could be wrong. I was there from 87-90, in C Battery and Svc Battery. Festina Lente. Mark,Don't remember what part Joe was from. McKee Barracks. 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. McKee Barracks Crailsheim ; McKee Barracks Crailsheim Post & Kaserne. I remember eating at the 3 Mark Schnitzel - sadly cannot remember its real name. Yikes! I was stationed there from Jan 1958 until June 1959. The post had been turned over as a refugee camp, and the Quarters were being rebuilt to turn over to the local population. I am a proud Crailsheimer, lived there until 1968 when I married Michael E. Williams who was stationed there until 1967. 2,944,190. 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. Morale was low because we were drafted and taken away from our wives, families and girl friends. I would like to see some pictures of McKee Barracks in Crailsheim, Germany. He was killed in May of 1983 in a car accident. We would play other batteries and we had the best at that time. send me a email.Thomas, Mr./Ms. Search. 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. my wife was german and my daughter went to school there also.i was in b btry and drove a 64 impala ss and also an elcamino which i bought of bob wilson in the maint bn. Thanks VetFriends, It was a wonderful moment that we will both remember for the rest of our lives, and we owe it to VetFriends. He headed for McKee Barracks. Hope to hear from B battery guys real soon. I spent a good deal of time in Dienkelsbuhl (sp? We raced volkswagens on our time off and we'd go to the range and shoot all day. 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. I remember sledding on "The Hill". I was there during the Yom Kimmpur War. I still see people like Tom Hudson (recreation), and Gail Olezene (Family Advocate). Popcorn was a dime, with all the salt you could pour on it! We were the post champs in flag football in '75. FromBastrop, La/ Lived in Rossfeld, with a wonderful couple (karl and trudel ehammer) while there. McKee Barracks is located one mile east of Crailsheim, a junction point for highway and railway traffic crisscrossing central Germany. I often wonder what ever happened to my buddies.I was in 2/42 B-battery, artillery surveyor. I called the number ans wow he was blown away when he found out who I was. Ledward Barracks was referred to as "Panzer Kaserne " by the locals as it was a base for a German Army tank unit in WWII. 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. Incredible that I would find my way here. I lived with the Schmidts who owned the dry cleaners. If you have any problem with it ,please contact me at ricbadal@aol.com. I remember my arrival there in the winter of '88 like it was yesteraday. It was early in the AM, and woke up the entire housing area who complained to the Post CO. We wonder about the rest that served with us in the artillery unit we served in. 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. We did lose the USAREUR football quarter finals that year.A few of us made friend with the Bartel Family of Stimpfach. I will post a link to it when it is complete. Spent most of it in the motor pool.Steve B. I was in Alpha Co, 1/51 82 and 83. We used to go to a Gasthaus in Mariakappel, east of Chrailsheim. Horseshoe Hill may have been fun for the youngsters in the day, but it was a great time at night for the adults!! I wish I had taken pics while I was there. I still love Crailsheim and visit quite often. The men's billets are in robust Tudor style. Photos of the Thanksgiving Day parade that dad organized complete with a cabin and children dressed as pilgrims on an Army low loader.I have my own beer mug from the Officer's Club and still have dad's beer stein from the post rod and gun club. 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. Known first as Grangegorman Barracks, taking its name from the historical civil parish in which it was situated, this was the last permanent barracks built in Dublin and was erected between 1888 and 1892. The first address you sent me is my buddy. Went back in 2003 and McKee was bulldozed. It was a seedy joint that offered totally nude dancers and dirty movies between shows. "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. I dont remember the names of the other places but I do remember one called the Flamingo. I too was in shocked when I re-visited the "sheim" back in 2007. I remember walking to the chow hall and the smell of food in the air. It was a seedy joint that offered totally nude dancers and dirty movies between shows. 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. It was a wonderful moment that we will both remember for the rest of our lives, and we owe it to VetFriends. Hi AmyI'm delighted to stumble across your blog.My parents were civilian employees of the Army in the early 1950s. Thanks. Some of my best childhood memories were during that time. Please don't think your pictures won't make a difference no matter how obscure.Thank you to the author of this blog. My wife and I are glad we found this site. cool memories,what a great experience army life was. Tall, red hair and freckles? When we went to work the next morning, the post was deserted!. Crailsheim was my first duty station, and I loved the fests, the people, the little kaserne atmosphere, taking the train to Robinson and Patch barracks in Stuttgart to go shopping or hanging out at the Stern or at the club in Neustadtlein, where I met my wife in 76. The rest were garrison support (MP, medical aid station, etc) from 1st AD HQ in Ansbach. What a great experience for a young man to be stationed in Europe. I imagine my ex-husband, Tim, who also reads this blog, would like to read your recollections as well. There was a maintenance contact team from the maintenance Battalion in Illesheim. Now 2009 the Base is total destroied. Thanks for the memories!Mark Fogleman, Concord, NC. With our opening in 2015, we look forward to giving business travellers, individuals and families a warm welcome and helping them enjoy a pleasant stay here. They lived at McKee and I was born there. Thomas Wall B1/51 HQ Platoon 11B10 and tool manI was in crailsheim from 02/82-08/83 I participated in reforger 1982. I've got to tell you, Sid, I never ask anyone's name so I have no clue who ran the laundry. Ha! I went to many places there including Rothenberg . Jim attended school there being active in football, track and field. Dear Amy,I was searching the web looking for some information about my time in the US Army. Did you proudly serve in MCKEE BARRACKS, GERMANY? What a conversation we had. We (Terry and Sherry French) were there from 76-79. He was born in Butte on April 19, 1937, to Marylouise and Jean F. Richards. I still have a Crailsheim German police hat that I got from a German police officer. I too lived in Crailshiem from 1981-1988Worked in the McKee recreation center for many years, and miss this place alot. I can send pictures if you would like to see them.Jim Mc, Hi Jim,I'd love to see your pictures! I dont remember the names of the other places but I do remember one called the Flamingo. Add place (company, shop, etc.) 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. Join the Ansbach group on Facebook, there are several Crailsheimers there. Log into Facebook to start sharing and connecting with your friends, family, and people you know. My wife didn't believe we had been to so many different places until my mom pulled out hundreds of pictures of different places. 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. Unsere deutschen Freunde sind herzlich eingeladen, beizutreten! Mobel Bohn was there, but has probably changed greatly from when I knew it. I thank you for posting your story and hope that somehow we can all keep in touch. Of all the places I lived as an army brat, I think McKee Barracks was my favorite. I went back to Crailsheim in 2002. I am working on a project that may be of interest to you weather you are in search of friends or chasing memories. I remember going to the movie theater for 25 cents every Saturday afternoon. 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. I played every sport for the DYA "Mean Green Machine". find my friend. WOW!!! I remember exactly that little spot by the commisary, near the gate between dependent housing and the main post, right by the Rod & Gun club wasn't it? CityHotel am McKeePlatz is located in Crailsheim. The principal was Mr. Orlando. I was 8 years old when we moved to McKee Barracks in 1964, and stayed until mid '65. 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. CRAILSHEIM, Germany - At the end of World War II, the city of Crailsheim became home to thousands of American soldiers. Sorry I couldn't make the trip but I went back to Vietnam and it was hot. I can't remember the name of the place, but the food was great, the beer wonderful, and the atmosphere superb! I was Supply Sergeant and Acting Field First. I will not, however, post any inquiries from people seaching for family members or friends which I have done in the past. I'm the first to ever contact him. Hannelore who was there between 1964 and 1966 and Mike who was there between 1961 and 1966. Each room here will provide you with a terrace. Hundreds of participants, thousands of photos and a lot of memories. www.wlopezlibertypr.net, Amy, I was stationed at McKee Barracks in 1967 and 1968 with 8th Med. That is where the pizza place up in Roterbuck would drop our pizza when we ordered it. I could have picked a better MOS. When we lived there, Crailsheim was still a sort of quaint village. I was in Head Quaters Company and for a short time I drove the Battalion Commander around in his jeep, do you remeber his name? I have a few pics of our guys at the Kegal Stube which was the restaurant side of the New Yorker, but unfortunately, not too much more. It would be awesome if any of you could help us and contact us to share some information about your experiences. Remember the morning PT runs around the post (I think twice around made 2 miles)? MCKEE BARRACKS, GERMANY Air Force Units Army Units Coast Guard Units Marine Corps Units Navy Units Become a VetFriends Member Site Map Search Veterans & Personnel Photos, Humor, Stories & More Military Records & Resources Reunions, Parades, & Events Online Catalog About VetFriends My Profile MetLife Veteran Insurance Discounts Contact Us Read item description or contact seller for shipping options. But my fellow soldier were very respectfull Whites ,Blacks I realy did not care I only knew they were my brothers. Hello Amy I hope you might be able to help me here. The stockaid was still there with the towers at all 4 corners. Does anyone know whatever happened to the school? 4 (Sep., 1972), pp. Someone mentioned McDonalds in Crailsheim. Does anyone remember him, Captain Orrin Skolnick? I posted one of the Stern and some funny comments have been posted under it. Some of the best years of my youth. Ken Reynolds. We made friends on and off base that we have maintained through the years and have visited Crailsheim three times since 1976. I'd like to hear from anyone who remembers my husband or myself.ortrud43@gmail.com, hello everybody I found this blog while searching for some information from army bases in Germany. By far the best radio station in Germany at the timeGod bless! I am still in Germany, working in Heidleberg at USAREUR/7A HQ. West Germany - Crailsheim - McKee Barracks - Bldg 209 A5 - Harold Lloyd - January 1978 - a photo on Flickriver tools | share: photo size: medium 640 new Ladycliff recent | interesting | random | favorites | contacts | sets | tags: view large West Germany - Crailsheim - McKee Barracks - Bldg 209 A5 - Harold Lloyd - January 1978 I think of the place often, and would like to return for a visit. Crailsheim. Do you have any pics of the post before it was demolished? wear with pride to show where you served in Germany. I was in Alpha And Headquarters Battery. It is: jkennedyralph@eircom.net. I have always wanted to return to Germany with my family but have not been able to. Returned in the '70s for a visit. I spent many hours playing foosball. I remember NCO club , the sadowasky range, The ammo dump, Field Probleams , and reforger for those days. I'm leaving my email address and if anyone has any information at all that could lead me to him, I would be so grateful. I was an MP in the 7727 AU Rehab Center and Stockade. aaaahh---Memories for an old man. The playground you speak of was very popular and many memories. I have many fond memories. We would drive up to Nuremberg and pick up a bunch of big macs at Mcdonalds and drive back to Crailsheim. Horseshoe hill was the best,played DYA sports "Go Green" think it was the "Cougars". When we arrived there weren't many cats and our girl Sam had lots of litters. 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. It was something like out of a picture book. 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. 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 could go on and on but am glad to hear from someone that was there during the same time. All remaining personnel and equipment arrived at the location on 8 December, and the Hospital was officially opened on this date. You had to pay 5 marks to get into the place and that also got you one beer. The lived in Iphofen, which was about a 30 minute ride from Crailsheim. McKee Barracks is located one mile east of Crailsheim, a junction point for highway and railway traffic crisscrossing central Germany. You mention that you went to Jagstheim. Description; Limited to 50 patches . What a crowd. I am from crailsheim.i found this side with goggle. also ken and jackie renolds of the mp det were firnds of ours.jackie died a couple of years ago and kent had part of his tongue remove which both of them always smoked a lot. 72 now! (The bank was on the 2nd floor). . Det)from Oct 1973 to Dec 1975.My commander was Dr. Frank Taylor, who was an awesome guy.Dr. Stationed at the McKee Barracks on the city's western side, the U.S. Army troops numbered as many as 3,000 during the Cold War, from 1947 to 1991. It would be nice to hear about or see pictures. [7], The plans were prepared by the Royal Engineers' Department, under the direction of architect Major Robert Barklie RE, Larne, Co. The best bier fests that I went to were in Rothenburg and Dinkelsbuhl. It showed in their food and fests. All rights reserved. My teacher, Mr. Albrecht, was the best! I am seeking pictures of the housing area/base/school. It brought back great memories reading about your memories in Crailsheim. I am sure they would be glad to mail you a copy.Ingrid, hay Dave allot of us are in the face book group come on by https://www.facebook.com/groups/newmckeealumni/. He called the AF officer in charge and let him have it. We were put on alert and had to stay in our barracks for two days wearing full combat gear. Wagner, Elroy Thompson, Dean Vandeberg. I was stationed at McKee Barracks from 1971 - 1974. I still have German friends who I talk and write to at least monthly. I too felt somewhat sad when I visited the former McKee Barracks and think about how it was 33 years ago. I sure have a lot of memories from that place. I was in barrack 27 which was west of the PX and near your housing. Thank you in advance. were at Taylor Barracks, not Turley, however. There was a movie theater on post. 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. It's been nearly 40 years since we parted. I never could figure that out, but then I never figured out the Army either. 1963-1966: 3-37 Armor was stationed at McKee Barracks in Crailsheim, Germany 1966: 3-37 Armor moves from Crailsheim to Ferris Barracks in Erlangen, Germany 1966-1973: Ferris Barracks in Erlangen, Germany 1973 3-37 Armor is reflagged 2-81 Armor in Erlangen, Germany 1983: 3-37 Armor is reactivated as part of 1ID at Fort Riley, Kansas We lived there in 1967 & 1968 and lived in one of the buildings facing the main road. I was station at McKee Barracks from August 1963 to February 1964. Either an Air Force CPT or Major would arrive at our Hqs before hand to work with our S-2 office. McKee Barracks, Dublin; Address: McKee Barracks, Blackhorse Ave., Dublin 7, D07 A065: Units: Director of CIS Corps Director of Engineer Corps Thanks,Mike, Dear AmyI was stationed with the l/51st IN from March of 73 until June 76. The volksfest in sept.was great. The good ole days. Would love to locate Joe Godeaux, from Louisana, who was my roomate for a short time when I first got there. I think I remember Joe Gadeau. It always surprised me how may fatalities occurred during reforger that involved traffic accidents, drownings, and plane crashes. Take care and hope you are doing well Brother. Compare ; 915-701-7845 | Search Gift Certificates Sign in or Register Cart. I was really touched to see that the housing areas are still vital communities, obviously cared for and cared about. He worked mainly in the supply room. From AU$155 per night on Tripadvisor: McKee Hotel, Crailsheim. 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. Jerry was from Puyallup, WA and was the best man at my wedding in 1977. The apartment buildings are now many different colors other than the beige color with "A" and "B" on them. I was too young to remember name of the Gasthaus my folks took me to every Saturday night. Amy,Great article about your visit to Crailsheim! Now that I look back, that was actually pretty funny. He unfortunately died over 10 years ago. Things have definitely changed in 26 years. His name was Joseph w. Hembree.if anybody Knew or serve with him I would love if you would contact me. Your descriptions of Crailsheim show quite a bit of growth since I was there. | See details Located in: El Paso, Texas, United States Delivery: Varies Returns: Any help is welcome.Thank you in advance.Contact:LaLi97@gmx.deEsraIslertas@web.de, David Fingeroos here,Ironwood,Michigan. He is so thankful I called and we exchanged addresses and he wants to come and visit. its on face book "the New Mckee barracks Alumni . Glad I found this blog. Army Brat from 67-69 or thereabouts. I would love to talk to you. 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. The barracks was home to several different British units throughout it's history but was primarily for Cavalry units. I also have some pictures taken at McKee. Hope this helped with coloring in the memories. I can remember to the MCKee Baraks in Crailsheim.From 1990-1993 i have friends on the Base. Lot's of people there.http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/group.php?gid=18258402411, Hi. 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. other areas of Germany; Panama bases and patches; Pershing related patches; Pins-assorted; . 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?). O. whats happening on CLIMBING THE HOLLYWOOD LADDE. There is a McKee barracks group on facebook. The units at McKee Barracks when I was there were the 1-51 Infantry, 1st AD, and 2-42 Artillery VII Corps Artillery. I have not got much to go on as all I can remember now is her first name of Dorle although she does mention an Eva Schneider. I called the number ans wow he was blown away when he found out who I was. Sad but progress, at least the housing area was put to use. Extracted from US Army film "City Burns, Crailsheim, Germany ; 10th Armored Division,. My e-mail ricbadal@aol.comThank you. It's Mike Freymman who was in Crailsheim between 1959 and 1963. I was given additional duties as FAC (forward air controller), and would ride out on an M113 PC along with the AF officer. I just came across this site while trying to find out what happened to McKee Barracks. I was in SVC btry 2/42 from 76-79. pvt snake hulin frankie ray, http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=18258402411&ref=tsTed and Frankie, have you tried the facebook page? He moved on to Swabisch Gmeund after that where he met my birth mother. Thanks. We were stationed in Germany in 1975 through 1978. 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. 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