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Guestbook Entries - April through June 1999Last_name: Cool CommentsLooking for veterans of my unit during above time frame. Also,any photos,or written histories of unit. Last_name: WHITE CommentsREQUEST INFORMATION ON SFC THOMAS LaFONTAINE, HEARD HE HAD PASSED AWAY THANKS AND GOD SPEED Last_name: Reish CommentsI like your site. You forgot one kaserne and at least one unit. 503rd Finance (3AD Finance) started out in Frankfurt and in the mid 70's moved to Depot Kaserne in Giessen. I cashiered in Giessen and at the Forward Support Teams in Kirch Goens and Friedburg. Last_name: Culp CommentsLast_name: Creasman CommentsI would like to here from any outlaws that were there from 87-89. great site Last_name: Creasman CommentsLast_name: Stokes CommentsLast_name: Stokes CommentsLast_name: Nugent CommentsHola! just hoping that I can say "Hey" to any of the former scouts, and mortars (and those kick assed mechanics) from HHC 2/67Ar Bn nuge, the, 1ea. OD Green in color out! Last_name: Wilkinson CommentsVery much enjoyed this web site. I really enjoyed my time spent at KG, although most of my time was spent in the field!! Last_name: Chorazy CommentsHere's how Stuart Loory's 1973 book introduced the 3AD: "The 3rd Armored--or Spearhead--Division [is] headquartered in a suburb of Frankfurt, and its units [sit] astride one of the traditional invasion routes from the East into the industrial heart of West Germany and the other NATO nations beyond. . . . A West Point graduate (class of 1942), a World War II combat veteran, a West Point instructor, a Vietnam veteran, [3rd Armored Division commanding general, Major General William R. Kraft, Jr.] is imbued with the can-do spirit. . . . ' . . . We have a mission in Germany. There's a threat--twenty-two divisions on the other side of the interzonal boundary. If those Soviet divisions weren't there, there would be no reason for us to be here. By our presence and the credibility of our presence--the way we train and act--we deter them from [trying] something.'" Last_name: WOOD CommentsI served in the ready first during the gulf war and am looking for anyone from 2/3 FA. specifically hoa T. (FF) Johnson, gary(putz) frayer, barry (joe barry) mcginnis,jon hutchins(richie cunningham), top moulder, troy(boltar)butler,pete sweeny, bruce(bert)dintleman,ssg amerperosa, narise,bailiff, princess,finkster,fosey bear,gunfer aka quedge, and of course mark and mina aspenleiter. If anyone knows how to contact any of these quimbies tell them I am a high school football coach in floresville, texas and tell em OAF said up yours. Last_name: Lucas CommentsTrying to locate any information someone might have on my father, PFC John A. Lucas. He served in 3rd Armorred from 1954-1956. Never talked much about what he did and was wondering if some one might know where I could find this info. Any thing would be greatly appreciated. Last_name: SSG Stewart CommentsI served as the BN S-3 Bradley Gunner, (Major James A. Fitch Jr.) Great Officer and father. The Officers and NCO of the S-3 Section performed the mission given with total professionalism. They all will be remembered well. LTC Robert J. Fulcher (Black Smoke) Lead the Task Force with great skill, which brough us home with small loses. I miss them all. BLOOD and GUTS men and to LTC Fulcher VICTORY!! Last_name: Bish CommentsThanks, Jim C. Well said. Made me feel useful after all these years Last_name: Boyette CommentsWas stationed at Ayers Kasserne from '88-'91. Would like to hear fro anyone out there who might know the whereabouts of Quinton Mann, Marshal McCarroll, Quin Dodds, Brent Walker, or any other member of the 2 Live Crew. Last_name: Chorazy CommentsMessage to all 3AD vets: Just a passing thought (no, I haven't received any e-mail to prompt this): it is not my intention to step on anyone's toes . . . we all served at different times & under different circumstances. For example, folks at either side of 3AD's existence were in combat (WWII; Desert Storm). Folks at other times within that ca 40 years did things like gyroscoping to Germany to provide the first armor barrier in front of the Fulda Gap (the earlier armored div in Germany, 2AD hq'd @ Bad Kreuznach in the 50's, was basically on the West side of the Rhine). Folks held 3AD together during Vietnam; during the rebuilding after Vietnam; and through all the changes of the 1970s & 1980s. Webmaster's note: Jim is right about what he wrote above: from 1956 to 1990, the Cold War veterans of the 3d Armored Division made up the one of the strongest conventional deterrents to the Warsaw Pact forces on the other side of the "Iron Curtain". We all remember the frequent alerts, roll-outs, GDP battlebooks, and the realization that we were something of a tripwire for the free world. Last_name: YODER CommentsHow do I find out what happened to 2-6FA that was stationed on Hutier Kaserne, in Hanau? Wemaster's note: 2-6 FA was reflagged to 4-82 FA in 1988, and served as the Direct Support howitzer battalion to 2d BDE during combat operations in Operation Desert Storm. It inactivated in late 1991 as the 3d Armored Division stood down for the last time. Last_name: Moriarty CommentsLast_name: Chorazy CommentsAnyone recall the Alert @ Coleman Kaserne when the Post electricity went out ? For awhile we suspected that the brass had thrown this in as an additional bit of realism (folks were using lighters, flashlights, headlights, etc. to see to open locks, etc.). When we saw candles/kerosine lanterns in/thru bn hq windows & heard some of the language being used by wearers of the brass we decided it wasn't part of the drill. After action "lessons learned": the obvious: Coleman electricity connected to Gelnhausen grid, likely in some undefended substation site (now, I wonder if the Russians ever thought about that?); Post didn't have a back-up system (but, hey, we were gonna scoot outta there anyway & implement all those rumors about demolition charges under all the barracks sos'n the Russkies couldn't use 'em) . . . back to the night in question: I heard some later comic asides about the delaying affect of not having Post electricity during that Alert . . . one comment: had that been the real thing, we took so long to clear Post that the Russians had enough time to get there to help us load our duffle bags onto the POW trucks. Last_name: Persson CommentsI would like to hear from anyone who was an Iron Duke! Last_name: prange CommentsI was with C and CSC (recon plt) 3AD site brings back some great memories, keep up the good work, I have some pictures of 1-33AR and Coleman Kaserne, when I get them ready I'll send them to you, again thanks for the web site . Last_name: Chorazy CommentsMore on 3AD & on Gelnhausen: Source: Stuart Loory's 1973 book DEFEATED. (NY: Random House, 1973) Note: Try to get beyond Loory's stupid title (lots of anti-military in '73) Anyway, on to 3AD in general & to Gelnhausen: Pages 118-119 talk of MG Kraft's 3AD, hq'd "in a suburb of Frankfurt". From page 179: "From Groton, Connecticut to Gelnhausen, Germany . . . " Pages 183 to 187 are about the (1971-72)condition of the barracks @ Gelnhausen; & B Co, 2-48 IN. Comment: I was amazed that the attitude in the book seemed to be that crowded living conditions in the barracks was a recent phenomenon !! If the major players in the drama (the EMs, Loory, MG Kraft) could have time-machined back 10 years to 1962 THEY WOULD HAVE FOUND PRECISELY THE SAME SITUATION !! (Why do they think they discovered "a new problem" ?????) I imagine when the 4ID occupied the 5 barracks in the cul-de-sac shortly after they were built in early '50s, they likewise found themselves in typical Army barracks (I don't recall anyone saying it was gonna be like living in an upscale motel . . . each time one of the newfer college dropouts referred to the barracks as "the dorm" he got smacked upside the head.) We were at times like animals in glass walled cages . . . with all the lights on either night or day it was mighty transparent to anyone looking in from outside: for example, I recall a few times when German groups did a Sunday walk-around of the orchard across the way: they definitely stirred up some of the folks in the barracks !! (I can't say anymore, 'cause I might get censored.) Last_name: Chorazy CommentsMore on GEN Powell (I think we all know about the "bitter cold and biting wind" of winters in Germany . . . especially when you were in the wonderous position of temporarily tc'ing a track on a nice drive in the German countryside, in the middle of the night, & could say, "Look Ma, a Frost Beard !") In addition to his autobiography, two other biographies on Powell were published in recent years, namely Howard Means’ COLIN POWELL: A BIBLIOGRAPHY (New York: Ballantine Books, 1992, 1993) and David Roth’s SACRED HONOR: A BIOGRAPHY OF COLIN POWELL (San Francisco: HarperSan Francisco, 1993). Descriptions from those two books follow. From Roth’s description of Powell’s assignment in Gelnhausen: “Powell finished his first round of Army schooling and set out for the ‘real Army’ in January 1959. He was assigned to guard a section of the Fulda Gap in Germany at the focal point of what was expected to be the Soviets’ avenue of attack into Central Europe. The East German border was less than fifty miles away. Assigned to Gelnhausen as a member of the tank heavy Third Armored Division, Powell’s team included infantrymen in armored personnel carriers. His first job was as a platoon leader with forty men, initially with Company B, Second Armored Rifle Battalion, 48th Infantry, known as ‘Bravo Company, Second of the Forty-Eighth.’ He later served with Company D in the same battalion where he was Company Executive Officer, the commander’s right–hand man. He also served as the company commander for a few months. Through the bitter cold and biting wind of the winters of 1958–59 and 1959–60, Powell with a jeep and his troops, twelve to a vehicle, sat in M59 armored personnel carriers and looked eastward. They faced the men of the Eighth Guards Army, the vanguard of what was feared would be a massive sweep of Red Army forces.” [p. 48.] From Means’ description of Powell’s assignment in Gelnhausen: “Powell’s first assignment—the second item in a military resumé that would grow to thirty–four entries and include three continents, seven U.S. forts, the White House West Wing, and nearly every ring of the Pentagon—was as a platoon leader with Company B, Second Armored Rifle Battalion, Forty–Eighth Infantry, with the United States Army in Germany. Powell arrived in October [DECEMBER ?] of 1958, four years and ten months after Secretary of State John Foster Dulles had first enunciated the policy of ‘instant, massive retaliation’ against a direct Soviet attack ‘at times and places of our own choosing’; almost two years after Soviet troops and tanks had rolled into Budapest and crushed the revolt there; and long after there was any real hope, except in the dreamiest diplomatic circles, that the two post–World War II superpowers could find any sort of meaningful common ground. Powell was stationed for much of that time in Gelnhausen, near the border of the Hessen and Bavarian states, on the Kinzig River, less than fifty miles from the East German border, where—so military doctrine held—the ground war between East and West was most likely to begin.” [pp. 101–102.] Last_name: Pearl CommentsI was assigned to C 4-34 from C 1-68 AR. Then C 4-34 AR was cross attached to 3-5 CAV. Then my platoon was cross attached to C/3-5 CAV and was the lead tank platoon in FIRST BRIGADE, 3RD ARMORED DIVISION. Last_name: Hinojosa CommentsMy unit was the A/40 MLRS unit in located in Hanau. I'd like to find those who served with me all the way from basic training into combat. Where are you Hanson, Thrasther, Murtins, and yes even you Morris. It would be great to hear from any of you or any others who I had the honor of surving with. Last_name: Palmer CommentsPlease email me with updates and information on membership. Also I was a member of 3/33 D. Co. SSG Palmer Last_name: crager CommentsI think that this is a excellent page, because I didn't know what unit award that 1st bde 3ad was awarded. I also email some names from the S-4 section that you didn't have. Last_name: Nelson CommentsSPEARHEAD ROCK Last_name: Tellier CommentsLast_name: Ferguson Commentstwo tours in the 3AD. 1st-1961-64 stationed in Frankfurt, HHC. 2nd- CSM 3d Bde. Last_name: mckenna Commentsdivision artillery, hanau germany nov 59 to may 62 Last_name: SEABOLT CommentsIT'S SO GOOD TO SEE A QUALITY SITE SET UP FOR ALL US OLD ROCK SOLIDERS. I WOULD LIKE TO HERE FROM SOME OF THE 3rd plt. Last_name: benson CommentsOn the "Rock" at Kirch Goens from April of 1967 through September of 1968. Would love to hear from any one from A Company, 2-36th Inf. that was there at that time. Particularly Jim Harrison or Oscar Falkenstein. All e-mails welcome! Last_name: Johnson CommentsIn my earlier entry, I had units mixed up. The 1/32 Armor in 1992 became the 3/12th. Cav. and the 3/32 Armor became the 1/12 Cav., both units are here at Fort Hood with the 1st. Cavalry Division. In 1995 the 1/32 Armor was re-activated and is now at Fort Lewis, WA. as part of the 2d. Infantry Division. Like to hear from any old or new members of the 32d. Armor. Last_name: MURPHY CommentsI proud to say that I served three years at the "Rock". I'd love to hear from anyone with whom I served, especially any of the troopers. Great sight. Last_name: Keenan CommentsGreat site!!! I served with A-40 on francois Kasserne from 89 through the deployment and the deactivation. The BC was Lenny G. Tokar..the g. stood for GOD. Great unit and great soldiers..would like to hear how all are doing..I am now a SFC serving on recruiting duty in Buffalo NY. DEEP STRIKE!!!! Last_name: shrout CommentsTDY to 122 nd. ord. bt. from May 1959 to May 1961. Last_name: Chorazy CommentsBlue Blazer with Full Size 3AD Insignia on Front Pocket. Does anyone out there from 1st of the 48th @ Gelnhausen recall the time in the Autumn of 1963 when the Battalion Commander announced that the only acceptable civilian attire to qualify for any off-Post pass was slacks and a Navy Blue Blazer with the full size 3AD patch sewn on the breast pocket? Of course, the Army Class A uniform also qualified the pass-goer. P.S. I know the reason . . . I'm just wondering if any of you all recall same. Last_name: Chorazy CommentsThe following is from page 26 of the September 11, 1961 issue of U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT: "Intelligence report from Poland: Soviet troops are moving westward night and day toward Germany."; "The 200,000 dependents of U.S. servicemen in Europe are getting no assurances. They get this advice: If shooting starts, get in a car and head for the nearest seaport, where there may be a ship going to the U.S." . . . Sounds like dependents were on their own to get back to the States. Last_name: Doane CommentsBeen almost a year since I first found this site,it's great to see all the improvements..keep up the excellent work. Last_name: Chorazy CommentsAll members of 3AD were part of worldwide U.S. Forces military alert to Defcon 3 (war alert) in the latter part of October, 1962. This was during the Cuban Crisis. Normal peacetime Defense Condition is Defcon 5. Last_name: Tucker CommentsServed as CSM, 2-3FA Regiment Jan 83-Oct85 under LTC Robert Allen, and LTC James Siket, and during that time we moved from Schloss Kaserne to the Rock to new facilities. Ground was broken in 1983, and LTC Allen, and then COL Gordon Sullivan and I did the digging. Last_name: SEABOLT CommentsWOULD REALY LIKE TO HERE FROM SOME OLD FRIENDS. Last_name: Stewart Comments
Last_name: Bonsall CommentsFrom 1970-1973 PSG{2ndplt} B-3/33 From 1982-1986 CSM 2/32 Had a many a tough day. But served with some of the finest soldiers that I have known in my 30 years. "Ready First". If any of these old comrades are out there, please e-mail me. It would really be great to hear from you guys. Last_name: Howells CommentsHOO-AH! Last_name: Chorazy CommentsI noticed in 33d Armor Regiment Homepage that one button was for "Coleman Kaserne." The 2d, 3d, & 4th para's when "Coleman Kaserne" is opened up address Colin Powell. That 4th para includes an excerpt from Powell's autobiography MY AMERICAN JOURNEY. Referring to his time at Coleman Kaserne after his December 1958 arrival Powell states in that excerpt, "The cold war was frigid then." Part of what Powell was referring to was the fall out from Khrushchev's 1958 ultimatum to the Western Allies to vacate West Berlin in 6 months. The "Extended Berlin Crisis Era" was from 1958 to 1963. Page 45 of Powell's MY AMERICAN JOURNEY states in part, "In those days, the Air Force and the Navy had nuclear weapons . . . Our prize was a 280mm atomic cannon carried on twin truck-tractors, looking like a World War I Big Bertha. The Russians obviously wanted to know where our 280s were so that they could knock them out if and when they attacked. Consequently, the guns were always guarded by an infantry platoon as the trucks hauled them around the German forests to keep the Soviets guessing. . . . " (Colin L. Powell, MY AMERICAN JOURNEY, NY: Random House, 1995.) Last_name: Turpin CommentsJust trying to reach any old troopers out there. I was stationed in Gelnhausen and remember the good and the rough times at Graff. E-mail me if any old "PICKLES" are out there. Last_name: Dudeck CommentsExcellent site, its good to se a site that keeps the history of the Third Armored Division alive. With all the good and bad I like reflect on my time with the Division more than with any other unit I served in. Id like tohear from any other GW vets who served with 3/8 Cav. Last_name: Gunderson Commentslike to hear from any one who was in "D" company during 1960,1961,1962. I was crewmember on D-62 when I first arrived D-62 was an M-48 tank with a blade, which didn't work, attached to it. Last_name: harper CommentsLast_name: Thomas CommentsLove your page. Wish WEBTV had a way for me to add my pics. Last_name: Montgomery CommentsI'm very excited to have found this site! I've been searching the web for a 3rd AD Association! During my time with the 3rd AD, I served in the 3rd Platoon of A Company. My Tank Commander was Sgt. David Angeli and my Loader was Spc. Christopher Billingsley. I would love to get in contact with either of them, or any of the other members of A Co 2-67 Armor. I think the association is a great idea and noble undertaking! Go Iron Dukes! Last_name: Didyoung CommentsI served with the 503rd Aviation Company as a helicopter crewchief. We were the first to mount twin .30 cal machineguns under the carrage of H-13H helicopters. We first tried twin .50cal machineguns, but when fired in flight the vibration was so great the pilot would almost loose control of the helicopter Last_name: CLARK CommentsI HAVE A COIN. I RECEVIED IT BEFORE GOING TO DESERT STORM. IT HAS THE 3D DIVISION LOGO ON IT. MY ADRESS IS 5097 CYPRESS DR THORNVILLE, OH 43076 Last_name: Bazal CommentsI was in Gelnhausen from Dec 1971 to June 1973 as part of HHB 2/6 FA as a forward observer. We had a good group of guys ( alot of them served in Nam and were glad to be at Coleman Kaserne.) I was the 3rd Armored Div Arty Soldier of the Quarter for 1972 and an honor graduate of the NCO school in Kirch goins. We kicked ass with our M60s. Nobody done it any better than the 3rd Armored!! Last_name: rouscher Commentsnice site, the pictures bring back memories. Last_name: Chorazy CommentsThe following is in regard to the 1958-1963 "Extended Berlin Crisis." 1958: Khrushchev gives 6 month ultimatum for Western Allies to vacate West Berlin. The following is from page 111 of Department of Defense Annual Report For Fiscal Year 1964 (1 July 1963 to 30 June 1964), Wash DC: US Govt Printing Office, 1966. "In Berlin during fiscal year 1964, the prevailing situation vis-a-vis the Russians was a continuation of the status quo that took shape after the 1961 crisis. Two incidents, involving a confrontation of U.S. and U.S.S.R. forces, occurred in the fall of 1963 when U.S. Army convoys were denied access to the Berlin-Helmstedt autobahn on procedural grounds. Passage was effected when the United States demonstrated an unswerving determination not to bow to coercion." On page 112 the beginning of what was to eventually become the REFORGER exercises is described, namely the October 1963 Exercise BIG LIFT. In the Spring of 1963 I served a tour doing Post Radio Watch at CCB. The radio shack was by the stairs going up to the roadway halfway between the CCB Headquarters Building and the building holding Battalion Headquarters of 2d ARB, 48th Infantry. The Late Shift included not only Radio commo checks, but also a commo check on the Berlin telephone land-line. The Berlin operator was to call a commo check each night between midnight & 1 AM. The duty person at the Gelnhausen Post Radio was to notify CCB duty officer if the telephone call did not come in. The concern was that the Russians or East Germans might deliberately cut the land-line running across East Germany to Berlin, possibly as a precursor to more ominous action. Speaking of telephones, anyone at Gelnhausen in 1964 or earlier remember how difficult & time consuming it was to place a telephone call back to the States, or to receive one from the States ? I recall people coming back to the barracks to await the German phone operator's call that they were getting nearer to establishing a connection back to the States. This was way before satellite links & probably sounds like the dinosaur age for those who knew nothing else. But such times did exist, & they were not pretty as far as telephone connections go. Last_name: Cunningham CommentsServed with a great group of guys that worked very hard to do the best job possible. Lived off post .and the German people were very friendly. Last_name: MITCHELL CommentsThere was a small reunion in Tulsa, OK this year, on June 3 -6. I went to it for the first time, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. The bulk of the folks were from 1958-60, and had been in Gelnhausen (CCB, later to be 2nd BDE). Although I was indeed a stranger when I got there, that didn't last long. The good folks I mentioned are trying to get a division-wide reunion going, and I wish them well. I will certainly try to attend again. If anybody out there is, or has attempted a reunion of Kirch Gons Cold War veterans, please contact me! I would be interested in seeing old compadres again. Particularly, a MAJ (ret) Thrasher, who rotated out of K.G. in 1964 (I think). Thank you, Johnny Hudson, for getting me involved with this!! Last_name: Cyphers CommentsWhere is everyone from Aco (GATORS) Last_name: Sabala CommentsIt was great to see someone take the time and effort to add to this web site. I started the military in 1-36 and transitioned to Bradleys during my stay at "The Rock". As I travel from post to post people often ask where I was stationed in 3AD. When I mention "K.G." they quickly respond with "The Rock". It was a great way to start my career. I tried to return to K.G. not knowing they had closed. I managed to talk DA in to sending me to D co 1-36 IN, Friedberg Germany. Since I can't go home I wanted to be close to it. It's good to be back in the 36th Infantry family. Last_name: King, 3rd CommentsHq & Hq Troop, 3rd Recon Squadron, 12 Cavalry, from 6/62 - 2/63; HHC/3 - 33 AR, from 2/63 - 8/64. Last_name: wood CommentsHey there fellow vets. I am looking for a guy who was stationed at Coleman Kaserne with me. His name is Drayton Peterson. We had kept in touch for a year or so. I'd love to make up for lost time. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Also anyone else who may know me or someone who might, drop me a mail. Please leave address. We used to hang out at the Nashville Bar downtown. Thanks. Jeff Wood Last_name: Chorazy CommentsThe Cold War period is identified above, for purposes of this guestbook, as from 1945 to 1989. The "Cold War in Germany" period for 3AD might look something like this: 1955-58: PENTOMIC Buildup (the early timeframe to include preparation in CONUS, prior to gyroscoping of units to Germany) 1958-63: Extended Berlin Crisis Era (XRef: Khrushchev threats & other disruptive actions) Autumn of 1964: Beginning of Vietnam Era (& end of Khrushchev era in November, 1964) 1973: Beginning of Post-Vietnam Era/the "All Volunteer Army" Era (Note: The Vietnam Era also included the 2 wars in the Middle East (1967 & 1973) & the needs of the Israeli Army.) 1973-1979: All Volunteer Army in the 1970s 1980-1990: All Volunteer Army in the 1980s Last_name: Upchurch CommentsLike to hear from anybody knew me G co. 36th AIR or 3rd Bn Hq 2211 East Glencove Mesa,AZ 85213 1-480-834-1549 Last_name: Zeigler CommentsI was attached to the 4.2in.heavy mortar pltn.,Ray Barracks,Friedberg Germany.Hello to anyone who reads this that was with the pltn. at that time. Last_name: Arnold CommentsGreat Site! You folks have done an outstanding job. Just being on your page gives me a secure feeling. Also, your site reminds me of all the proud men and women that I served with during Desert Storm. Thanks! Last_name: THOMAS CommentsI need to know if ayone has a copy of the 3rd Armd Div Yearbook 1963 for sale or to copy it. My copy was stolen in 1965 before I returned home. I was first stationed at Gelnhausen with the HHC 1/33 Armor then transfered to 503 MP Co. I served at 3rd Armd Div Hqts, I remeber talking to General John R. Pugh the CO at the time. I also served with the 503d MP Co. at Hanau and Gelnhausen. Please respond my address is Noel Thomas 10314 Harbin Place Santee, CA 92071 619-448-0870 noeldean@msn.com Thanks Last_name: Hammer CommentsI was the ISG of HHC 1st Bde, CSM 3rd Bn 36 Inf,CSM 3bn 33rd Armor and the CSM 3rd Armored Division. I then was assigned CSM III Coprs & Fort Hood TX Last_name: RANDALL CommentsSTATIONED AT DRAKE KASERNE AS STENOGRAPHER. WORKED FOR GENERAL COWLES. WOULD BE INTERESTED IN HEARING FROM ANY OF MY OLD BUDDIES AT DRAKE. 3D ARMORED WAS THE GREATEST! Last_name: Bailey CommentsStationed at "the Rock" - Kirch Gons in Hqs&Hqs Co, from Feb 1959 to April 1961. I was in S-2 and drove one of the three armored personnel carriers sitting next to the post hqs. bldg. Then later stationed after reenlistment at Ft. Hood in B Co. 66 Armor from 1962-64. In Europe I was part of Winter Shield I in Grafenvohr and part of "Operation Big Lift" in 1963 when all of 3d Armored was air lifted from Ft. Hood to Germany for maneuvers. Am interested in chatting with those who find this information relative to them. Last_name: Elliott CommentsMyself, Sgt benson, Roy Terry served on the battalion commanders tank crew and for a short period had the only black tank in the U.S.Army Last_name: Conner CommentsServed with 3-5 ADA until deactivation, was moved to HHC 3rd AD and worked under General Blackwell. Deployed to Operation Desert shield/Storm on 22 December 1990 as the Air Defense Battle Managemnet Operation NCOIC. OJT'ed into EOD while in Iraq/Kuwait clearing bunkers, unexploded ordanance, and destoying weapons (AK's, T-55/T-62,etc..and stock piles of ammo left in Iraq). Saw a lot of stuff and took a lot of pictures.Currently serving on active duty as a Warrant Officer. LIke to hear from friends. Last_name: Mills CommentsServed in 1971-72. I was the company clerk, personnel specialist, 71H40. Left as a Spec 5. Got an early-out and finished by military career in the Mass. National Guard. Spent approx. 13 months on "the Rock." Would like to know correspond via e-mail with others I lost touch with. Last_name: Bailey CommentsAnyone out there remember a bad duce and a half crash into a tank in either 1962-64 at Ft. Hood? Happened early in am during very bad & cold weather. Several soldiers were killed and many received severe burns. I am looking for info on this topic. I was on the truck and called back to mess hall before truck left. Please let me know. Thank you. Last_name: RICHWINE CommentsTHIS IS A GREAT WEBPAGE,I WEAR MY SPEARHEAD PATCH FOR THOSE THAT DID NOT COME BACK TO GERMANY.I HAVE PICTURES,BUT I DON,T HAVE A SCANNER.MY HOME ADRESS IS 9026 E.WIER AVE.MESA,AZ.85208.IF YOU WOULD LIKE COPIES LET ME KNOW AND I WILL SEND YOU THEM,GIVE ME AN IDEA OF WHAT YOU WANT.I.E.ENEMY TANKS,OIL WELL FIRES,OTHER IRAQI EQUIPMENT.KEEP UP GOOD WORK AND LET ME KNOW HOW I CAN HELP. Last_name: Moore CommentsI joined the division at Fort Knox, Ky., in 1955 after reactivation of the unit. Shipped to Bremerhaven in spring of '56 on the USNS Darby..returned in spring of '58 on the USS Randall. Stationed in Frankfurt at Edwards Kaserne. Lots of "alerts" in those days which were always fun. Entertainers? There were many..I can remember Lionel Hampton, Gary Crosby and Jayne Mansfield. Hard work, great times. Last_name: Johnson CommentsArrived Ray Barracks in summer of 1959 when Elvis and crew were filmimg the movie "GI Blues" all tank action was done in the Achstadt training area. I was in Co'D' and spent some time in 61-62 as Leadership Instructor at the 3AD NCO Academy at the ROCK. Left there for Fort Hood with the 2AD and later a trip to Korea with 1/72 Armor, 2d. Inf. Div, returned to Fort Hood and 2AD, later moved up to III Corps HHC and retired here in Killeen, Tx as SGM in 1970, In July 1989 was appointed as the Honorary Regimental Sergeant Major of the 32d. Armored Regiment along with BG(Ret) Richardson as the Honorary Regimental Colonel. 1/32 & 3/32 Armor inactived after Desert Storm and re-flaged as the 1/8 & 3/8 Cav. of the 1st. Cavarly Division here at Fort Hood. I would like information on then 1st. Lt. James Carroll who was Platoon Leader in D Co. 1/32 there at Freidberg. He was from Virginia. Last_name: Eichman CommentsMy name is Carl,I just posted a book on your division,I'm 40 years old,& have a great book with your listing .I put it on Ebay before I knew this website existed.I looked through it & was amazed that so much interest has gone into this whole web-page & wonder who these people are.Thank you so much for even posting this site & caring about the real things in life that make me proud to be an AMERICAN.A freind of mine gave me the books & I just hope someone appreciates them.Email me at carlman.prodigy.net or see it on Ebay.I hope I didn't offend anyone,that's not my intention at all. Last_name: SMITH CommentsStationed in Friedburg; it would be good to hear from some of the guys from A/3/32. When did the unit or division deactivate? Last_name: Leopold .........LEO Comments1983-1985 not 93-95 Trying to find a bunch of buddies Curtis Boyd, for one . Thanks for the page. "Stick-em Deep" Last_name: Persson CommentsLooking to communicate with any one from 3/32 Ar from the period 73 -78. thanks Last_name: Jim CommentsI served in 3AD in G-3 PLEX (for a few months in 1987), then as HHC 3AD Commander in 88-89, finally as S-3 of 1-48/4-18 IN in 2d (Iron) Brigade in 89-91. My boss in G-3 PLEX was then-MAJ Leo Rios. I commanded the division HHC when then-MG George Joulwan took command of the division from MG Tom Griffin. I served as battalion S-3 under command of then-LTC Bob St. Onge who was succeeded by then-LTC Rob Fulcher who commanded TF 4-18 IN during Desert Storm. The TF's soldiers, noncommissioned officers and officers performed magnificently in combat, and I am grateful for the opportunity to have served them & with them. Last_name: Cain CommentsLast_name: frank CommentsI lived in Butzbach and got to know a lot of the locals which a few I still keep in contact with. Would like to here from any Smokebringers that served at the Rock during these years. They were some of the best times I had and the people I served with are still remembered in my stories I tell to friends and relative. I've started writing a book on the people and place during my time in Germany. Thanks Last_name: MacLean CommentsAnyone remember the Boat in Hanau? I used to play in a band called Blitz and we played there a lot. We also played most of the NCO clubs in Germany. We played at the Topper club in Frankfurt once a month for a long time. I'd like to hear from anyone who was at any of the shows or anyone who may have been in my unit at the time. I started in HHC 2/227 avn and ended up in HHC CAB. Send me an e:mail.... Last_name: CANNON CommentsWhat a surprise to find this site,I would like to hear from anyone who served with 2/6 I was with Charlie battery. I was the SKINNY guy, I spent a lot of time in the mudholes around Graf.and Wildflicken, Would like to hear from you guys. Last_name: Zucco CommentsI was stationed at the drake/edwards kaserne from 1970-71. Does any remember John resteurant? Or the tic tac bar up the street. How about all the bars and clubs in Frankfurt? Last_name: JOE CommentsHey you give up on this web page you havent updated it in weeks!! you've done a good job dont give up the good work!!! SCOUTS OUT "77-80" Last_name: MULVIHILL CommentsI SERVED WITH THE 2/32 ARMOR IN KG FRO 63 TO 66 UNDER COL'S: GILLEM, OLOW AND BUNDY AND WITH MANY DEAR FRIENDS. WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANY AND ALL. HOW DO I JOIN ASSN? DOES ANYONE KNOW WHEREABOUTS OF CPT. JAMES A. DUTCHER JR. ? HE PROBABLY WENT MUCH HIGHER THAN CPT. BUT I KNEW HIM WHEN.. Last_name: Lewis CommentsGreat site, only wish the under-construction links get completed. Would like to see some pictures. Last_name: WELSH Comments1\40TH FA 74-76 23D ENG BN 76-77 DO ANY OF YOU REMEMBER SP/4 WELSH??? HOW ABOUT CAPTAIN AKOB??? EMAIL ME TODAY FOR A LOAD OF UP TO DATES ON MANY OLD PALS. PULL OUT THAT OLD ADDRESS BOOK BECAUSE I WANT TO CONTACT ALL MY OLD GERMANY BUDDIES. WHY DO I MISS IT WHEN IT SUCKED???? Last_name: Westcott CommentsSorry for the wrong address the last time. I am extremly proud to say I serverd with soldiers of the 3/32armor regt. I would like to hear from any soldier from co.c, who servered from june 1944 to nov. 1945. Last_name: Schaeffer CommentsI think that this web page is a great Ideal, I spent most of my career as a Spearhead Soldier. I was part of C Co. 3/5 cav during the storm, my Bradley was C-33, and destroyed numerous vehicles. I have much data if needed. SFC SCHAEFFER SFC, USA Operations Last_name: Thomas CommentsGyroed with CCC on USMSTS Gen. Maurice Rose. Spent about 17 mos with Co C at Ray Barracks and the last 11 mos of my tour with H&A at Fliegerhorst. Came back in 6 yrs later in different direction (Airborne Inf, S.F.) did RVN tours with 5th Group and 101st Abn. Wished I could have been part of 3d AD during Desert Storm. They did an outstanding job. I wish we could have had the chance to do the same thing in Hungary in 56. Last_name: Adams CommentsAny oldtimers still alive (and not in jail or in the nuthouse) who remember The Hanau Soldiers Committee, Fightback and Chris Coates from the LMDC? Olivers Pizza, Lamboy Anne and other mischief that always seem to originate from Francois Kassern? Back before military service was trendy and all you needed was the ability to make an "X" to sign your name? Outstanding website! May the Great Spirit continue to watch over all of our brothers and sisters who continue to wear the uniform and those who hung it up for good. Death before dishonor! Last_name: siarkowski Commentsglad to see that there is going to be an association.Im looking foreward to hear from anyone that served in Delta 1/48 from late 1983 to june of 1985,you can reach me at bruce siarkowski@hotmail.com. Last_name: BILZ CommentsGYROSCOPE WITH 3AD TO GELNHAUSEN IN 1956.PLATOON LEADER WAS THEN LT FREDRICK J BROWN III NOW RETIRED LTG.IF YOU SERVED WITH ME AND WOULD LIKE TO E-MAIL ME FEEL FREE TO DO SO. GO SPEARHEAD! Last_name: Chorazy CommentsNot enough recognition for "Defenders of the Fulda Gap" during Oct '62 Cuban Crisis: the closest U.S. ever came to Real Time War with USSR . . . Concern @ time was Soviet feint (under the guise of a Cross-Border "mistake") to distract from high-seas confrontation w/ their missile carrying freighters. Last_name: Moore CommentsIt's great to see this site. Lots of great history here. Anyone in the 122nd remember 1sgt Williams "Steal Will". What ever happened to him? Last_name: Moore CommentsLast_name: Wescott CommentsWas lucky to be part of the inactivation ceremony at Fort Knox with MG Funk. Last_name: Bish CommentsAny other BANDITS out there? Last_name: Ching CommentsGreat Website!!!! Had a great time serving with the 3AD. Those FX's(Grafenwehr,Hohnenfils,Wildflicken,& border duty) were a bitch. However, I now look at those times with fond memories. I looking for other CSC veterans who served from 1972-1974 as scouts, grunts, TOW gunners, ground surveillance/redeye teams, and maintenance personnel. Our commanding officer at the time was Captain Darrel Winkler(Vietnam Vet); he later left the army in the late 70's and became a merc(soldier of fortune) in Rhodesia for the white government of Premier Ian Smith), Major Winkler operated a mechanized armor calvary unit whose task was to take out insurgents trying to overthrow the white apartheid government of Premier Ian Smith, I'm not sure if he got out of the country after the black nationalist eventually overtook the apartheid government.Major Winkler and his unit's picture can be seen in a book called SOLDIER OF FORTUNE. I very proud to serve with the division that has a glorious and illustrous tradition, that is why it's saddens to hear that WWII 3rd Armor Division Association veterans have excluded post WWII 3AD vets from joining their organization. Now that the division has officially been inactivated and its colors encased, veterans of the 3AD should come together as one association not two. As time pasts on the WWII veterans will inevitably pass on, with one association we can honor and perpetuate the legacies of those vets, but we should honor all 3AD vets who served in the division from WWII to Operation Desert Storm, by doing so we bring honor to a great division with a great tradition. And the botton is that vets who serve with the 3AD will always be SPEARHEADERS. Scouts Out. Last_name: COHRAN CommentsI was stationed in Friedberg 11/66 thru 4/68 HHC/1/32 armor as company level mechanic on wheel/track vehicles. Was assigned to the medic track vehicles. Would like to hear from anyone serving during my time there. Also had some friends in 2nd/27 artillery (from KY named Mullins & McClure) and 3rd/32 armor. You can email, write, or call. 9367 Buchanan Hwy, Dallas, GA 30157, (770) 459-6496. Last_name: ROSENSTEIN CommentsI was stationed in Gelenhausen (kolman Kerson) January 1962 To July 1964 Co C 1st MTB 33ARMOR I A TANK DRIVER IN THE THIRD PATOON TANK #32(CINCINNATI) I NOW LIVE I DAYTON OHIO INTERESTED IN ANY ONE IN CO. C E-MAIL STUR@ERINET.COM Last_name: Westcott CommentsSorry for the wrong address the last time. I an extremly proud to say I serverd with soldiers of the 3battalion 32armor regt. I would like to hear from any soldier from C CO.who servered from July 1944 to Nov. 1945. Last_name: BRIDGEMAN CommentsHI ALL ID LIKE TO HERE FROM ANYBODY THAT WAS AT RAYBARRACKS BRAVO CO. 3RD BTL.32ND ARMOUR 1976-1979 I WAS THE RECOVERY SPEACILAST FOR BROVO CO.SURE MISS YOU GUYS,HOPE TO HERE FROM SOME OF YOU. Last_name: Baker CommentsWe were attached to the 130th Engr.Bde.but were on Francois Kaserne with 1/40 FA . Searching for anyone that was with this unit,to talk about the good old days.People still think (ADM) stands for admin.Contact me at 605 West Craig St. Atmore,Al. 36502. "On time, on target!!!" Last_name: Dickie CommentsLooking for the rest of you First Men of War HHC 1/33 or 3/8 CAV. How about half a Henchen mit pommes? Hope you've been to the Gelnhausen site. http://www.gelnhausen.net Scouts Out Last_name: Francona CommentsGreat site. Rick Francona http://www.francona.com Last_name: LADAKOS CommentsWhen I saw this site I was suprised to say, (the FTA has gone away) if any former MOONLIGHT MASHERS read this give a call Last_name: RICHWINE CommentsI,M VERY PROUD TO HAVE BEEN IN THE 3RD ARMORED DIV DURING DESERT SHIELD\STORM I LEARNED ALOT OF VALUEABLE THINGS, NOW I,M A MEMBER OF THE AZ.NATIONAL GUARD AND I WEAR MY COMBAT PATCH FOR THOSE SPEARHEAD SOLDIERS WHO DID NOT RETURN BACK TO GERMANY WITH THE REST OF US.ALSO I WOULD GO TO COMBAT WITH THE DIVISION IF IT WAS ACTIVATED AGAIN. I HAVE AN UNCLE WHO AFTER THE KOREAN WAR SERVED IN GERMANY HE WAS A TANKER I DONT KNOW HIS UNIT BUT HIS NAME IS GEORGE RICHWINE,IF THERE IS ANY WAY YOU COULD SEARCH RECORDS OR GIVE ME THE INFORMATION I WOULD GRATEFULLY LIKE THAT.THANKS FOR PUTTING THIS WEBPAGE TOGETHER. Last_name: Cloy CommentsGreat to see Spearheaders working together again. Last_name: Macovis CommentsNice Work! I was assigned to the 503rd administration co. from Sept 1965-Jan 1967.I was the Team Leader in the officers 201 file record setion.My OIC was CWO W4 Whitworh. I left there with the rank of Spec5 I guess that rank has ben phased out also.I took BCT at Ft. Knox and AIT at Ft. Dix. Thats it in a nut shell. Thanks again for the web sight. Last_name: Plyler CommentsLast_name: FULLER CommentsLast_name: Duden CommentsWould like to hear from friends stationed in Gelnhausen. And also info. on any type of reunions. Last_name: Marcano CommentsGreat site: Brings back memories of G-Town and the the surroundings. As an ex member of "Charlie 1/48Inf.Bn." 3rdAD, up the hill, I will always remember the many good times... and "not so good", "BLOOD & GUTS" comrades. Keep up the Fantasic work on this site!!!! Last_name: Parshall CommentsI was the 1SG for the above unit during Desert Storm. The Plt Ldr for 1st Plt was 2LT Willie Banks. The PSG for that plt was SFC John Caldwell. The PL for 2d Plt was 2LT Robert Downs, PSG was SFC(P) Robert Booi. The PL for 3rd Plt was 2LT Frank Hanosek, PSG was SFC LeBlanc. Will attempt to send more updates Last_name: welsh Commentsemail tim welsh at timothy1@radcafe.com 1\40th fa bn 23d eng bn Last_name: HOUTCHENS CommentsInducted March, 43 after basic training with 20th. Armored (Kentucky) joined 3rd. in Indiantown Gap just prior to shipping over to England. Was originaly with Co. G of 36th. Wounded first day of combat, June29th. Returned to A Co. about Nov. and was transfered to A Co. Dec. after 1st. Battalion suffered heavy casualties at Etch Ger. Last date of combat was April 1, 1945. Discharged in Oct.45. Last_name: Frank CommentsI lived in Butzbach and knew people all over Germany. Left many friends and memories. We must keep the memory of our units and the 3rd Armored Divsion from being forgotten. The Rock may be gone but the people who served there will never forget the great times we had whether in the field of out on the town. I like to hear from other guys that where there during 71-76 Last_name: Westcott CommentsI am extremly proud to say I serverd with soldiers of 3 Battalion 32 Armor. I would like to hear from any soldier from C Co.who serverd from July 1944 to Nov 1945. Last_name: Sanford CommentsMy father, who died in 1960, was a 3rd AD member who was wounded and captured at the Bulge. I was 10 years old when he died and don't know much about him. Do you have records of unit POWs from that time period, or any other information pertaining to former personnel? If so, please contact me and I will furnish further information. His name: PFC Nulon Chalmers Sanford, Jr. Thank you for your time. Nulon C. Sanford III MSGT, USAF (Ret) (830) 540-3460 RR 1 Box 116 Harwood, Texas 78632 Last_name: BURNWORTH CommentsI joined the 3Ad at Fort Knox June 1955 Served with at that time called 54th AFA the changed to 2/3Arty,I was a enlisted man at that time, back again in June 1969 as a Chief Warrant Officer,with the 2/32Armor,back again 1971 with 2/3Arty, I would enjoy hearing from any of you that I served with in the 3AD, My email Larry@codenet.net or Larry Burnworth 2741 Flintridge Dr Colorado Springs, Co 80918 I Retired in 1977 As a cwo Last_name: Floyd CommentsI worked on Drake Kasern for HQ DISCOM Logistics Automation System Support Office (LASSO). 1989-92 I was one of the last NCO/Soldiers to leave Hq Discom after the we de-activated the Division. Last_name: REYNOLDS CommentsPlatoon leader during the Gulf War, served in 2-32 until deactivation in 92. Would like to hear from anyone from the "ROCK" v/r CPT ROBERT REYNOLDS Last_name: Vaught CommentsWe were attached to 3AD, 3rd BDE during the ground war. We supported 4/32AR, 2/82FA, and 4/82FA. I was on Fliegerhorst Kaserne my whole tour in Germany, from Jan 89 till Dec 90, I always wondered why weren't just made part of 3AD. Last_name: King CommentsServed in charlie 2-27th FA as my first unit.I had a great time there. Last_name: Augustine CommentsI WAS IN CO.C 1/33RD 1ST PLATOON C-15 TANK COMMANDER. I STATIONED AT GELNHAUSEN FROM 1966 TO NOV.1968. IWAS THEN TRANSFERED TO VIETNAM TO THE 25TH INF. DIV. I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE WHO SERVED IN C COMPANY. I THINK THE WEB SITE IS GREAT. GEORGE AUGUSTINE XC133C15@AOL.COM Last_name: Jordan CommentsLooking to contact others from chalie company 5/5 cav.. 89-91. funk,springer,dewey,killer miller,dunlap,heinemen. Last_name: Verhaeg CommentsTask organized to B (Team Bear)/4-18 INF (Vanguards) in the Gulf. Site looks great and seems to always be getting better. Gotta thank the crews of 2 PLT "Rogue Axe" for the great job they did with (inspite?) of their butterbar. Last_name: Ferguson CommentsLast_name: Randall CommentsI sent an e-mail to you stating that I worked in 3d Armored Division HHC in the SGS office. I'm hoping your site will help put me in contact with some of those whith which I served. Last_name: Bartolome Commentsmember 2nd platoon, charlie company 4/18th Infantry. Last_name: westcott Commentslooking for someone who was over in budingen in 1959-1961 on base with the 83d how. unit. good times Last_name: Giunta Jr. CommentsI am extremly proud to say I serverd with the soldiers of 4-67 Armor Battalion. Last_name: Brashers CommentsArrived at Ayers Kasern (Kirch-goens) 6-68 and departed the "Rock" 1-71. Served as battery clerk (71H20)in Svc Battery 2/3 FA. Burt Taylor are you still out there? Terry Beck? Ed Zifkin? Would appreciate hearing from anyone that served during those years. This site has brought back a great many memories; thanks. Last_name: Fields CommentsI was the S-4 Sergeant for 2-33 Armor 1975 - 1977. I retired from active duty Dec 83 as a Master Sergeant. I really enjoyed my time with the 3rd Herd even on those times we went to Graf for tank gunnery. Last_name: palm CommentsLast_name: murray Commentstigers ruled! Last_name: Blocker CommentsMy husband was stationed at the Rock in April 1988, we joined him in January of 1989. As much as I didn't want to be there, I am thankful that I was, I made some life long friends there and our children Calie and John-Henry had great experiences there as well. Now that they're grown and almost grown (21 BS 16) they share their experiences with us; I'm statsified that I made a good decision that benefited them, as well as Joseph and I. All of the people, military as well as local nationals that we met and assoicated with most are still our frends, some silver and some gold and I'm glad I had the opportunity to meet you all. If anyone has contact with the Jablonsky's please give them my e-mail address. Last_name: Blocker CommentsI was tank a commnader in 3rd platoon at the "RocK" in Kirchgeons (Ayers Kaserne). They called me "Big Daddy". I retired in September of 1993, the transition was "interesting" but we adjusted well and I am throughly enjoying my civilian status. We made some wonderful friends in Germany and we had some great times. I live in Georgia now, just outside of Ft. Stewart, if any of you Bounty Hunters are still active and in the Ft. Stewart area look me up we're in the book or e-mail me and I'll get in touch with you. Last_name: lee CommentsLast_name: gresham Commentsim trying to locate samuel garcia from ny city area he was an artist. we did some work together. sammy left gelnhausen around summer 1966, ive located rich murwin and vic jambois. would like to hear from any who might remember any during this time 63-66. Last_name: Longstreth CommentsLast_name: Reagle CommentsIt would be great to hear from anyone who was stationed with me on "The Rock" from 88-92. I was in B Co. 4-32AR, Last_name: smith CommentsLooking for old friends.I was a medic in Hq Co.Ist 48th 1962-65 and I transferred to Kirsch Goens Hq 1-36 INF until 1966. Last_name: Jansson CommentsLast_name: Caudill CommentsLast_name: Thomas CommentsBtry clrk, Prime Move Drv, RECON at Ray Brks from '67 to '68. Last_name: BERNHARD CommentsLOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO SERVED AT THAT TIME WITH THE TIGER BATALLION ON AN M-60A1 NAMED WODAN,OR PARTICIPATED IN OPERATION BIG LIFT OR WENT THROUGH T.C.Q.C. AT GRAF. AT THAT TIME. ALSO LOOKING FOR THE MEN OF WAR,TIGER BATTALIONUNIT CRESTS.THANKS Last_name: Johansen CommentsI would like to hear from anyone that was in "cobra" Co.1/33 from 1962 to 1964.If anyone remembers, I drove for the 'OLD MAN'. That was the good old days. I was in HHQ Co. CCB across the pond before I was transfered to 1/33. Was there from 1961 to 1962. Remember the Fisher Stub and the Dolly Bar? Spent most of my off time there. Went back there on vacation in 1994,but it was not the same as I remember. The whole town has changed. Last_name: Battaglia CommentsLast_name: Molina CommentsDid the 533rd Military Intelligence Bn ever reveive a unit award for Desert Shield/Storm? Last_name: Moler CommentsGators! Last_name: Rumbeck CommentsMy grandfather, Cecil Rumbeck, was in Spearhead during World War II. I am doing a project for my history class here at my school, and just stumbled across this page. I searched for his name but did not find it...why is this? Anyone serve with him? Please email me!! Thanks for your time. Last_name: Clark CommentsWould like to see this list put in alphabetical order so I could find my friends. Would like to hear from those from "B" Company 23 rd Engineers, 1961-64. Last_name: Newman CommentsServed in battalion S-3, HHC 3/33 Armor at Kirch-goens ("The Rock") with MSG Colin Davies, MSG Archie Lloyd, Major Grabowski, SP4 Evan Erickson, SP4 Merle Horn, SP4 Rivera, @ SP4 Suzedell. Love to hear from anyone who was in HHC from 75-77. by the way, this site has really improved. Keep up the good work ! Last_name: Reichard Comments1976-79 assigned to 143rd Signal Bn Last_name: Hancock Commentsstarted out in Aco 2-36 inf which became 3-5 Cav. was PSG 3rd PLT. during the divisions first spearhead shock. all 4 bradleys fired distingused. a great PLT. and bunch of guys. the moved to B 5-5 cav when i made 1SG. went to the storm with this company and glad I did, they were great. couldnt ask for a better CO than CPT now LTC GEORGE. this is a great site. lets keep it up. anyone out there i would like to hear from you. (WEBMASTER, GUESTBOOK SEEMS TO BE MISSING SOME NAMES AND ENTRIES.) Last_name: Parshall CommentsI was the 1SG of the above unit during Desert Storm, and when I looked at the unit roster, there were alot of blanks. I could fill in some, if given the info to do so. Last_name: Bohall CommentsOK- I've got it figured out now. Francois Kaserne from 74-75. Anybody still out there? Woody? Fox? Bad Bob? Scott Roberts, GBIMan? Hershal Tuck? John Stevens? Lt. Harbour? Cpt Leyte? How about Heath? Somebody give me a shout. Last_name: Lynch CommentsI met my wife (also a Spearhead soldier) on the steps of the Schloss Kaserne in Butzbach. I was in the 3rd FSB before it became the 54th, then moved to Frankfurt to the Division HQ, then back to DISCOM. Hello to all Spearheaders! Last_name: Love CommentsMy father was with the 45th Med, 7th Corp,and am interested in hearing from anyone with whom he may have served or who knew him. This is a great site, what a marvelous way to keep memories alive of the veterans who've served. My father (dod:6-1982) was very proud of this unit and what it accomplished, and I am sure he would be thrilled to learn that there are so many of us interested in learning more of the Spearheads proud history. As his only daughter, I can't tell you how excited I was to find this posting! So many mis-informed people confuse the 3rd Armd with Pattons Third, and its nice to see so many out there to help set the record straight. My father was very touchy on the subject of the two divisions being assumed as one and the same, and with good reason. To all who are presently serving and those with past service, god bless and god speed! Last_name: watts CommentsI am glad to see that someone has taken the time to put together a website and opened up membership to those who served PROUDLY with 3rd AD after WWII! Keep up the good work. SPEARHEAD! Where do I sign!!!!!!! Last_name: MONTGOMERY CommentsIF ANYONEIS INTERESTED IN CONTACTING ME, I CAN BE REACHED AT 1252 JOURNEYS END LANE JAX FL32223 Last_name: moler CommentsGATORS!!! Our story shall be told. Last_name: Rash CommentsI just wanted to thank whoever put this together. I was just browsing/searching and found this page. The pictures and names brought back a flood of memories. Keep up the excellent work. SPEARHEAD,READY FIRST, RED LIONS, COUGARS! STEPHEN J. RASH CPT, AR Former Plt Ldr, 2/C/4-32 AR Last_name: ATWELL CommentsI have a small discrepancy with the Dismounts in B13 of 3-5 Cav. I was the Bravo team leader of that vechicle before, during and after the Gulf. How the names got confused I don't know. SGT Woods was however, A Team Leader. Current Unit: HQ CMD S2/S3 FSGA Last_name: Goodwin CommentsGlad to find you on the Web. Was Chief Clerk of Finance under Major Robert Taylor in 1970. Presently working as a software support engineer. Happy to hear from anyone who spent time at the sandpits, knew JB or just remembers my strange record search requests. Last_name: Newman CommentsServed in battalion S-3, HHC 3/33 Armor, Kirch-goens ("The Rock") with MSG Colin Davies, MSG Archie Lloyd, Maj Grabowski, SP4 Evan Erickson, SP4 Merle Horn, @ SP4 Rivera. By the way, this site has really improved ! Keep up the good work, SPEARHEAD forever ! Last_name: Brewer CommentsHey everyone! It's really great to hear from all the spearhead soldiers still out there, Im especially interested in hearing from any of the TAC-RATS from G-3, or anyone with info on the wereabouts of SSG Dennis Mcmahon (G-2), SPC Tracy Grimmet, CPL Edward Benbow, Maj Rudy Veight (Deputy G-3), SSG Randy Gearhart, MSG Larry Cross, SGM(ret)Steven Hodgkins, SPC Dave Causaus or anyone else from the gang at Drake Kaserne. DAUNTLESS OUT! Last_name: SMITH CommentsI was C Co. Armorer and 1SG gunner in the sand pit. Looking forward to hear from a Charlie Cougar. Taaca your email message keeps being returned to me. Last_name: STICKLEY CommentsI WAS TDY 18 MONTHS DIFFERENT POST AAND WAS EXTENDED TO SEPERATION DATE DUE THE BERLIN WALL THING. GOT TO PLAY GAMES AT ALL THE TRN AREAS. HAD A GOOD TIME AND WOULD'T TRADE IT FOR ANYTHING. Last_name: MacClay CommentsAlso with "B" co 3/33 Armor and HHC 2d Bde. Much better than the 1st cav that I mistakenly PCSed to. Looking for old friends. Last_name: Craft CommentsBattalion Commander Last_name: Depuy CommentsNice to find the web page, brings back memories. Anyone out there I served with? Last_name: Rodriguez CommentsLast_name: Laseter CommentsIf you served with the medics of 2/32 with me, I'd love to hear from ya. Last_name: RULE CommentsSPENT 3 PLUS YEARS AT THE ROCK. ANYBODY REMEMBER THE YES CLUB IN FRANKFURT? TRANSFERRED BACK TO FT HOOD FOR 6 MONTHS, WHAT A CHANGE THAT WAS! ANYBODY KNOW THE WHEREABOUTS OF JEFF MULLINS, HE TRANSFERRED OUT OF A CO TO HQ CO 3/36 AND DROVE FOR THE XO. I CAN'T BELIEVE I'M SAYING THIS BUT I ENJOYED TRAPESING AROUND IN THE WOODS. TO THIS DAY I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW OUT OF CONTROL THE US ARMY WAS DURING THE TIME I SPENT ON THE ROCK, LET'S FACE IT, WE HAD A BUNCH OF CHICKEN SHIT CADRE, OF WHICH I WAS A NOT SO WILLING MEMBER. THANK GOD THE RUSSIANS NEVER CAME ACCROSS THE BORDER, THE 1ST BRIGADE WOULD HAVE BEEN WIPED OUT IN 24 HOURS. I 'VE HEARD THAT THE ROCK WAS BROUGHT BACK INTO ORDER SHORTLY AFTER I LEFT. Last_name: Fallgren CommentsI sure miss Schultz's Chicken and John's across the strausse from Edward's Kasern. Last_name: Shacklette |