For historical information only, do not use for navigation or aviation purposes! He said the bombs probably were detonated by timers. Or purchase a subscription for unlimited access to real news you can count on. He said Rhein Main AFB. "It was done very smartly to inflict very serious damage.". U.S. The airman, and a friend from Phoenix, Ariz., who did not want their names used, said nervousness was widespread on the base. AFSC/MOS 29150-Communications Center Specialist . Ten other U.S. Air Force personnel and two West German civilians also were treated in Landstuhl, a U.S. statement said. I got out of school for two days looking at mug shots. The store was destroyed along with a fur store attached to the club. Page 1: Hahn: Air Base you are here During the Cold War In the 1950s In the 1960s In the 1970s In the 1980s and early 1990s Today Approach and aerodrome maps Links Sources Airfields in the vicinity Categories Page 2: Hahn Air Base During the Cold War Use US Air Force base. I really hope some other people can find this service and get in touch with people like I did. Nov. 11 (UPI) -- Florida's statewide recount began Sunday morning after a three-hour delay amid a series of technical glitches with Broward County's counting machines. The explosions occurred at the Army's V Corps headquarters, in the area called "Little America" because of the cluster of United States military facilities. The bomb exploded behind the 435th Tac Airlift Wing headquarters building in a parking lot bounded by a dormitory and the audio-video club. It was being blamed on the Baader-Meinhof Gang at the time with investigation on-going. Yet the Radical Group called the I don't think the O-Club bombing was as early as January. I've searched for more on that particular bombing and it's as if nothing exists about it on line, except here. Air Force officials identified one of the injured as Barbara Reuter, a German employee at the base. An airman from Dayton, Ohio, who said he had worked the night shift, said he saw a bright flash and heard an immense boom. Thursday's bombing occurred about seven weeks after an unsolved bombing at the civilian commercial airport. But Air Force spokesmen said American and NATO flying operations had not been affected by the explosion. Source: DoD, Scene Camera Operator: MSGT Ralph E. Kelly. ''I want a boat out of here.'' I had a great time and intend to go again next year. Most offices went down to a skeleton crew, and I worked in the Communications Center and they sent almost everyone back to their homes or their dorms. ----U.S. Calls It 'Shameful Act'. I don't remember when it went color, but once it did I enjoyed the shows like Chips, Space 1999 and Baa Baa Black Sheep. hahn air base officers club bombingfarmington hills police. In what seemed like seconds, a window broke and a firefighter appeared. The 50th Tactical Fighter Wing at Hahn Air Base, Germany, received the commands first operational F-16 aircraft. and I believe 4236 was the officers club, could have been next smaller bldg . Security was immediately tightened at the base. CAR BOMB KILLS 2 ON A U.S. AIR BASE IN WEST GERMANY, https://www.nytimes.com/1985/08/09/world/car-bomb-kills-2-on-a-us-air-base-in-west-germany.html, John Tagliabue, Special To the New York Times. By John Tagliabue, Special To the New York Times. Glitches delay start of Florida recount for senator, governor. But the circumstances of the attack resembled one by left-wing West German terrorists in 1972 against the U.S. Army headquarters in Heidelberg. 'The informed citizen knows that we cannot defend ourselves without America and our allies,'. Those hospitalized included Senior Airman Matthias M. Reams, also of the 437th Airlift Wing, and Barbara Reuter, a West German base employee. West German government officials have warned that the 'hot fall' protests, which the peace movement expects will be joined by up to 1 million people, might be undermined by terrorists. WASHINGTON, Aug. 8 (AP) - A White House spokesman today called the bombing a ''shameful act'' and said early information indicates a radical group was targeting United States and other Western military personnel. In December 1984 and January 1985, the Red Army Faction was blamed for more than 30 bomb and arson attacks on NATO facilities and government buildings. Preceding unsigned comment added by 156.146.197.133 (talk) 16:43, 7 July 2022 (UTC)Reply[reply], There was some bombing of the officers club in the 1970s. Eighteen people were injured. The aircraft was deployed to Hahn from Clovis AFB New Mexico during Operation Fox Able 27 on 10 August 1953. I asked him which base. 'Those responsible talk a lot about peace, but have again used violent means to achieve their ends,' said Defense Minsitry official Peter Kurt Wuerzbach. Damien got pinned under a bookshelf. Another victim was taken to the Army hospital at Frankfurt. Monroe. U.S. officials said this evening that no one had claimed responsibility for the blast. Interior Ministry official, Carl-Dieter Spranger said recently that according to ministry information the 'Revolutionary Cells' group threatened widespread violence to coincide with the fall demonstrations. I remember thinking that I was going to get burned by the radiator trying to climb out the window. This marked the first mass flight of an entire tactical wing from the U.S. to continental Europe. In 1970, the 496th was converted to F-4E aircraft, and redesignated as a Tactical Fighter Squadron, but maintained their air defense mission. The development of Hahn Air Base over the years can also be seen from historical maps. He was being kept overnight for observation. They did not go off and caused no deaths or injuries. Two of the injured were taken to the Air Force hospital at Wiesbaden. '', See the article in its original context from. Sunday's blast came less than 24 hours after the West German peace movement began a 'hot fall' of protest actions against the planned deployment of U.S. cruise and Pershing-2 missiles in Europe that government officials have warned may be undermined by terrorist groups. USAFE completed a realignment of F-4 aircraft on USAFE bases by mission, design, and series. Staff Sgt. When base housing became available we moved on base to Gateway Gardens. All under heavy guard. Undated (AP) _ Saturdays bombing of a West Berlin nightclub that killed a U.S. soldier and a young woman was the first major terrorist attack in West Germany this year. . Reply[reply], I was a Chapel Manager at Rhein-Main between '76-78. Damien and I went into the James Jewelers shop while we waited for his mom. He became the manager of Hahn Air Base Officer's Club in October 1965. The unit is the host wing at Schriever Air Force Base, located east of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Russian dance troupe under investigation after twerking performance goes viral. That left an indelible impression on me. Thirteen days later, Hamilton died in action near Lagnicourt, France. In a telegram to President Reagan, Mr.. The operational squadrons of the 50th FBW were: 10th Fighter-Bomber (dark blue stripes) 81st Fighter-Bomber (yellow/black stripes) 6424-Supply Officer Status USAF Veteran Primary Unit 1972-1974, 6424, 1830th Electronics Installation Squadron . HQ USAFE inactivated the 38th Tactical Missile Wing, Wueschheim Air Station, Germany, because of terms of the Intermediate- Range Nuclear Forces (INF) treaty. Twenty -four USAFE F-16s from the 10th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 50th Tactical Fighter Wing, Hahn Air Base, Germany, deployed to Al Dhafra, United Arab Emirates, as part of Phase II deployments for Desert Shield. Asked about casualties and was also told they were exceptionally lucky that nobody was killed. It was activated on 30 January 1992, replacing the 2nd Space Wing, which was inactivated on the same date. German Interior Minister Friedrich Zimmermann sent a telegram to wing commander Col. Ronnie C. Peoples, expressing deep regret over the incident, which he said would evoke revulsion and outrage throughout his country. Officials at the hospital, which specializes in burn treatment and neurological care, said the woman was dead on arrival. Lithuania brings back military conscription. Few hometowns were available: Brig. He underwent more than seven hours of surgery. HAHN AIR BASE 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 Shop Military Gear William F. Andrews of the 10th Tactical Fighter Squadron, 50th Tactical Fighter Wing, used his survival radio to direct his flight and an OA-10 out of the area while descending by parachute. Renoel-nh (talk) 16:31, 3 March 2011 (UTC)Reply[reply], I was stationed there in 1977 when the Officer's Club was destroyed. The base is the main transit hub for the movement of U.S. forces to and from the European Comd. That was 30 years after the incident. [The Pentagon later identified the woman as Becky Jo Bristol of San Antonio, the wife of Senior Airman John Bristol, who is with the Medical Airlift Squadron at the base.] I finally got the answer when I was in college (NTSC vs PAL). AUTHORITY AND PURPOSE. Police said no one claimed responsibility for the attack. CPI Aero signs contract with Sikorsky Black Hawk fuel assemblies. Airman Scarton was thought to have been killed immediately, the spokesman said. West German policemen responsible for monitoring civilians outside military installations said the number of civilians had increased. I had an artificial knee, elbow and shoulder and severe back pain since the explosion and am 100% service connected bc of it. 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He is so thankful I called and we exchanged addresses and he wants to come and visit. The 38th Tactical Missile Wing, a ground launched cruise missile (GLCM) unit, at Wueschheim Air Station, Germany, was declared operationally ready. Officials said the car got on base because it bore counterfeit USAREUR plates with the number DN 4544. The 50th Fighter Bomber Wing, Clovis Air Force Base, New Mexico, transferred from Tactical Air Command to USAFEs Twelfth Air Force. Miraculously, no deaths occurred as the bomb went off while several people were eating lunch there. Thank you for signing up for the VetFriends Newsletter! The new structure gave more effective control of maintenance activities, consolidated resource management under one individual, and provided greater potential for the combat support group commanders to concentrate attention on "people programs." I didn't see anyone and was no help. She saw me and said, 'Oh God, I thought it was you.' [citation needed] Origins [ edit] Frank H. Scarton, 19, of Woodhaven, Mich., assigned to the 437th Military Airlift Wing, Charleston AFB, S.C. TWS is the largest online community of Veterans existing today and is a powerful Veteran locator. Officials at Hahn AB said they had increased security, but they declined to provide details. My dad was an officer in base engineering and moved us to Germany in 1975. As I recall, there was no loss of life. Following training, the wing, led by officers such as then Maj. Charles E. Yeager, moved to Hahn Air Base, Germany, to serve as a counter to Soviet expansion in Europe. "Normally I park a couple of yards from where the blast occurred, but this morning I was a few minutes early, so I stopped at the post office first," Stewart said. find my friend. I really enjoyed my time at Rhein Main. Units 50th Tactical Fighter Wing: Air Force officials did not identify the other fatality pending notification of next of kin, but initial reports indicated she was a servicemember's wife. Star Wars had come out by then and that was all I cared about. The 50th Tactical Fighter Wing, Hahn Air Base, Germany, declared two of its three squadrons operationally ready, after converting from older F-16A/B to newer F-16C/D model aircraft. Feb. 1: Red Army Faction terrorists kill Ernst Zimmerman, a West German industrialist, in his suburban Munich home. The explosion killed one man and one woman. We were informed that one died and they had not opened yet for lunch. Lithuania brings back military conscription. Kurt Rebmann, the West German Prosecutor, said the attack bore ''the handwriting of the Red Army Faction,'' a terrorist group that appears to have succeeded the Baader-Meinhof Gang of the 1970's. 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I believe that it was eventually determined that the device was planted by a Baader-Meinhof/RAF splinter group (calling themselves the 76ers - to antagonize the US just after the bicentennial). The history of the Cold War airfields: Hahn, 1971: 50th TFW: 10th TFS (F-4D), 496th TFS (F-4E), 1975: 50th TFW: 10th TFS (F-4D/E), 496th TFS (F-4E) (1975), 1980: 50th TFW: 10th, 313th, 496th TFS (F-4E), 1985: 50th TFW: 10th, 313th, 496th TFS (F-16A/B/C/D) (1985), 1990: 50th TFW: 10th, 313th, 496th TFS (F-16C/D) (1985), Source: ONC E-2 (1972), Perry-Castaeda Library Map Collection, University of Texas at Austin>. The next two years for the Bears. I said I was there and we were informed that no one else was involved other than the one that died. 5th grade was also when they started teaching us German, but I wasn't interested then. When we'd visit our german friends, I'd wonder why they got 3 channels (ARD, ZDF and maybe WDR). When 17th Air Force moved from Wheelus Air Base, Libya to Ramstein Air Base, the 50th Tactical Fighter Wing became one of the principal units assigned to new 17th Air Force. From 1962 to 1964, he waited tables at Vogelweh's Officer's Club, which is now Armstrong's Club. 21 OCT 1955: The 50th Fighter Bomber Wing at Hahn Air Base, Germany, became the first USAFE unit to receive the new F-86H. The blast severely damaged other cars in the lot and pounded the four-story, L-shaped joint headquarters building, shattering windows, blowing down interior walls and smashing equipment and furniture, according to the official statement. Thank you so much again for helping me
CPI Aero signs contract with Sikorsky Black Hawk fuel assemblies. Base facilities then consisted of pre-fabricated barracks heated by coke-burning pot belly stoves, outdoor latrines, and tents for motorpool personnel to work in. The USAF kept a radio communications site until it was deactivated in 2012. The Chicago Bears sent us the C stickers for our helmets. Copyright 2023 United Press International, Inc. All Rights Reserved. An organization . Emilia Clarke on why she turned down 'Fifty Shades' role. Police called the Revolutionary Cells a tightly knit anarchist group whose members will be difficult to track down. [5] In September 1993, Hahn Air Base was turned over to the German Government. 1955 USAF Hahn Air Base Newsletter 50th Fighter Bomber Wing APO 109 HAHN HAWK Pre-Owned $9.95 Seller: chq2chq (967) 100% or Best Offer +$4.45 shipping Sponsored "GUNSMOKE" Plaque -50th TFW,Hahn Air Base . At the Darmstadt military community, security increased to check the front and back of identification cards, a full check of the photo, and the vehicle registration. as a non-commissioned flight officer, . INVESTIGATING OFFICER'S REPORT I. I was taken to the clinic where they put cotton pads on my eyes and said I had smoke inhalation. HQ USAFE activated its fourth ground launched cruise missile unit, the 38th Tactical Missile Wing, at Wueschheim Air Station, Germany. This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. He was on temporary duty at Rhein-Main. from around the world. A police spokesman said a total of five bombs were concealed inside fire extinguishers on the premises but only two exploded. Emilia Clarke on why she turned down 'Fifty Shades' role. Coach Ruffalo showed us the letter from Chicago. He said we were like brothers and then all of a sudden, we lost all contact. The conversion was completed in 1968. Pursuant to the same order, Major D. Robin . In 1972, four U.S. soldiers died in bomb attacks on a U.S. Army base in Frankfurt and U.S. Army headquarters in Heidelberg, for which the Red Army Faction claimed responsibility, saying it was protesting the war in Vietnam. The 50th Space Wing (50 SW) is a wing of the United States Air Force under the major command of Air Force Space Command (AFSPC). ". I went to the DoDDS school at Gateway Gardens. We were on our way from Herborn to dinner at the Officer's Club at the time of the bombing. He continued to warn friendly aircraft once on the ground, eben though he broke his leg on landing and was being fired on by enemy troops. Staff Sgt. The 38th Tactical Missile Wing moved from Hahn to Sembach Air Base, Germany. Their primary responsibility is to track and maintain the . Police said the group often has used fire extinguishers to conceal its bombs. This was an effort to further improve the commands combat capability, wartime logistical support posture, and overall resource management. March 8: Red Army Faction terrorists set off bombs in three West German cities in support of British coal miners who ended a year-long strike earlier in the week. ". One thing I remember about the aftermath (that evening) was there was a large jewelry shop/exchange in the Officer's Club and the in light of the remaining fire and the spotlights that were set up around the perimeter you could see precious gems on the lawn and in the outer debris. The explosions coincided with anti-nu:lear protests at the Ramstein NATO air base, where West German and U.S. military police arrested 160 demonstrators during an air show for defying a ban on protests and spreading propaganda. In 1956, the wing was transferred to Toul-Rosieres Air Base, France, and the 7425th Air Base Group was left at Hahn to care for the facility. Revolutionaere Zelle claimed responsibility for the bombing. Calvin Harris forbids Taylor Swift from writing about him. The major unit was the United States Air Force's 50th Tactical Fighter Wing during most of the years it was active. JACKSONVILLE AND CLAY. He said - your looking at a survivor lady! I have never met or spoken to anyone I was stationed with ever about it since I was discharged until I met this Disabled Veteran who was in that explosion. operating the "Sabre Hog" from Hahn Air Base, in Germany, and then . VILNIUS, Lithuania, March 20 (UPI) -- Military conscription returns to Lithuania amid Eastern Europe's military tension. Police officials said at least 10 of the injured were Americans. Their opinion was based on the fact the bombing had much in common with the group's favored style of attack the time of day, the method of delivery and the fact that a member of the faction is on trial in Duesseldorf for the 1981 bombing at Ramstein AB. TadgStirkland401 (talk) 23:52, 22 July 2018 (UTC)Reply[reply], I was stationed there. The 7356th Air Base Squadron was the first United States Air Force unit to arrive at Hahn on 9 September 1952. A powerful bomb exploded this morning in Ramstein, West Germany, outside the headquarters of U.S. and NATO European Air Force operations, injuring 20 people including two senior officers and causing extensive damage to the building, U.S. officials said. No injuries were reported in either blast but damages totaled about $50,000.
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