A Little
History of The Constabulary and Photo of Uniform.
This is very good information about the U.S.
Constabulary and I would like to share it with all of you.
This information came form a magazine that was sent to me by
Neil Aikin of CA. Neil was the Adjutant of Outpost 8 of the U.S
Constabulary Association of 1999.
Web Master
Irene Moore.
In the early years of the cold war, the little known U.S. Zone Constabulary
formed the first line of defense against an ever threatening Stalinist Soviet
Union. This July that unique unit celebrates the 50th anniversary of
activation.
This article written by
David Coley
was copied and published in this web site by Irene Moore.
Bill Tevington remembers the games the Russians
played just after W.W.II when he was on occupation duty in Germany. One
of their favorite tricks was to move the markers that designated the line
between the U.S. and Soviet zones and wait to snare unsuspecting American
troops patrolling the border.
Julian McCalla remembers too. He was held at
gunpoint by Russian guards in the Soviet sector of Berlin for the crime of
accidentally crossing the demarcation line. A member of the 16th
Squadron, U.S. Constabulary, the U.S. Army's police and border patrol force in
postwar Germany and Austria. McCalla and his partner were pursuing
a Russian soldier for theft in the U.S. zone. As McCalla's jeep neared
the Russian zone, he noticed that the warning signs had been moved.
Before he had time to react his jeep was surrounded by armed Russian guards and
he was looking down a barrel.
McCalla need not have worried. The Russians
had grabbed him for ransom. His release was assured, the grim features of
his captors turned to smiles once McCalla's superiors sent over cigarettes and
whiskey. Tevington remembers this was the standard fare at the time for
the release of "captured" Americans.
The year was 1946. The Cold War was just
beginning along the Iron Curtain. But a year after the end of W.W.II no
one quite knew or understood the Russians intentions. Their behavior was
annoying but not yet completely Machiavellian.
By 1948, however, relations between the Americans
and Russians were ugly. The Soviets blockaded Berlin and the demarcatino
between East and West from the Baltic to the Adriatic, and in Berlin, became a
no man's land of barbed wire fences and minefields.
Unique Unit
First on Curtain
In 1946, the men who patrolled the borders of the
American sectors in Germany, Austria and Berlin, particularly those contiguous
with the Soviet zones, were part of the U.S. Constabulary, one of the more
unique forces ever assembled by the U.S. Army.
Named for a similar force that brought order to the
Philippines after the insurrection of the early 1900's, the Constabulary in
occupied Europe became officially operational in July 1946.
It was designed both for border patrol and internal
police duties in the U.S. zone of Germany, an administrative area of some
43,000 square miles, rough the size of Pennsylvania. Its jurisdiction also
included the U.S. zones in Austria and Berlin, as well as the Bremen enclave.
Leading the Constabulary in 1946 was the blunt and
growling Maj.Gen. Ernest Harmon, the W.W.II armored commander who whipped
the Constabulary into shape from a smattering of disbanding and generally
undisciplined units.
Harmon dressed his Constabulary troops in blue and
gold striped helmet liners, Sam Browne belts over dress blouse or Eisenhower
jacket, golden neckerchief made from parachute silk, yellow gloves and paratrooper
boots, with yellow laces, polished to a gleam.
Their shoulder patch was a large blue C on a
circular yellow shield, pierced by a red lightning bolt. The men of the
U.S. Constabulary became known affectionately and sometimes not so affectionately,
as the "Circle C Cowboys" Germans called them the "Blitz
Polizei", or "Lightning Bolt Police".
The Constabulary's peak authorized strength was
35,000 men organized into three brigades and 10 regular regiments. Each
regiment had three patrols squadrons and each squadron had five troops.
One regiment, the 4th was assigned duty in Austria. One of its squadrons,
the 16th, served in Berlin. The units were seldom at full strength since
men were constantly rotated home.
The Constabulary also employed horse cavalry units,
arguably the last ever used in the Army. Some 10 platoons of 30
horse soldiers each patrolled the borders of Germany, Austria and Berlin.
They carried their rifles in "scabbards," and wore britches and
cavalry boots. They may have made old cavalrymen proud, but the horse
soldiers of the Constabulary often were a grand amusement to the
mechanized GIs of 1946. Nevertheless, horses were ideal for riot control
in refugee camps and on border patrol, particularly in heavily forested
frontier areas and supplemented jeeps and armored cars forming most of the
patrol units.
Click here to see the U. S.
Constabulary Uniform.
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FIRST
HAND INFORMATION
FROM CONSTABULARY TROOPERS AND THEIR
FAMILIES.
Including name and address.
Continue to scroll down to view names of troopers
who were stationed in
various areas in Germany and Austria.
Note - if your email address
has been changed, please let me know so I can correct the change in the list
below. Thank you,
Irene.
irmoore@eatel.net
Starting
date in 1999
listed alphabetically
Dec.
5, 2000 - April 17, 2001
not alphabetically
April
27 - May 24, 2001
not alphabetically
May
25 - Nov 20, 2001
not alphabetically
Messages from Troopers
Starting Date: 1999
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Email: irmoore@eatel.net
Neil wrote: I was assigned to A
Troop, 14th Constabulary Squadron in Darmstadt in July 1947. Later I was
transferred to Regimental Headquarters in Fritzlar. I was in The Radio Section,
Hq Troop, 14th Constabulary Regiment where I extended my tour for 1 year.
Neil's Bio.
A note from the Editor.
Neil Aikin died 2007.
May he rest in peace.
Robert [Bob] Allen
Coburg, Germany
I was stationed with the 6th Sq. at Coburg in 1947- 1948.
I am now living in N.H. with my family. If any one knows
anything on the 6th Sq. please contact me.
Article by Bob
Rallen60@Juno.com
Larry
Back
Augsburg, 1946 and Munich 1951, Germany
5th Constabulary Regiment
photos
email:
onedesertlarry@webtv.net
Neal W. Baker
Berlin, Germany
I was in the 16th Cons Sq (sep) from 1946 until Jan 1949. I well
remember Col. Goodwin and
many others from the Sq. I was the Chaplains driver & later an
ambulance driver, in between times I was the Col. M8 Armored car driver.
From Berlin I went on to the Navy until 1955 & then back to the Cavalry
retiring 1967.
Kalispell MT
retcav@webtv.net
John A.
Bandy
Schweinfurt and Bad Kissingen
Germany
Sergeant
Major
Us Army (Ret)
1949 - 1951 "D" Company, 2nd Bn, 14 ACR (Schweinfurt)
1951 - 1952 "Hq" Company, 2nd Bn, 14 ACR (Bad Kissingen)
Bio.
TEACHPIN@aol.com
Updated 3/17/2007
Dick
Barker
Kitzingen, Germany
I
enlisted in the Regular Army in September 1946 and sailed for Germany on the
Richardson in March 1947. The replacement depot in Kassel assigned me to U.S.
Constabulary training at the 14th Con Regiment in Kitzingen.
I have a picture of some of my fellow trainees: Pchola,
Kelly, Gallant, Ericson, Demuyuck, Harris and Fulck. Although I went through
field artillery basic at Fort Knox, the assigning officer said, "I see
you're a high school graduate. We'll change your MOS to clerk-general."
Sounds like typical army reasoning. And so upon completion of the 8-week course
at Kitzingen, I was assigned as an officers' clerk in headquarters troop, 10th
Con Sqdn in Wurzburg. Although I had never touched a typewriter keyboard in my
life, the first day on the job I was asked to type up a list of squadron
officers, about a couple dozen names. Needless to say, it took about all day of
hunt and peck, and many sheets of paper, to produce the list.
In July 1947 the Constabulary was reorganized and I
was assigned to the 71st Con Sqdn at Schwabisch Hall near Stuttgart. I became
the squadron personnel clerk for A troop. My MOS was changed to clerk typist
apparently because that's what the job called for. Although by now I could type
with three fingers and a thumb. Still do today but fairly fast. I made sergeant
in February 1948. The personnel officer was CWO Ballard. Ranking NCO was T/Sgt
William Bennett. Also in the section were: Eric Kolhof, Queens, NY; Gene
Simmons, Moses Lake, WA; John Arnett, Moberly, MO; and Carlson, a former merchant
marine.
I returned to the States and was discharged in August
1948. When the Korean War broke out, I was recalled to active duty and served
at the Boston Army Base for a year with M/Sgt Frank Kut and S/Sgts Joe Wilson
and Don Everett. In the early sixties, I met General Harmon when he spoke at a
Chamber of Commerce dinner. He was then president of Norwich University. I told
him I had been one of his troopers. "That was a great outfit, wsn't it?'
he said. And so it was. And now after that service and more than 41 years
of newspaper publishing, my bride of 52 years and I live on a golf course in
Florida. Is this a great country or what?
Dick Barker
Baliamlaca@aol.com
June 23, 2003
Virgil Beard
Germany
Hqs TP 10th Constabulary Regt. from March to October 1946.
Prior to the Constabulary Virgil enlisted in the Army in Jan. 1945. 185th
Chemical Processing Co. / Manila, Aug. to Oct. 1945
Enlisted in the Army -Jan. 1955 till discharged as a Sergeant.
Served in the National Guard of TX with Company H 143D Infantry - Discharged
Jan. 1958
Photo
George Beard [son] - Email gwb55@earthlink.net
Edwin
J. Beckley
Schwabach
I
served with the 53rd Constabulary Squadron from 1946 to 1948 as
Nurnberg
City Editor for Stars & Strips stationed at Schwabach.
Edwin
J. Beckley
Bckl52@aol.com
Gordon
Beld
66th
Constabulary Squadron, 1946-47
I
served in S-2, 66th Constabulary Squadron, 1946-47.
I have begun research and am
contemplating writing a historical novel set in postwar Germany. My first
novel, A Gentle Breeze from Gossamer Wings, was released by PREP Publishing of
Fayetteville, NC, a few months ago (ISBN # 1-885288-07-7). It's available
through Amazon.com. Also am trying to locate, or obtain information, concerning
a friend from the 66th -- Art Etter, whose home state
at the time was Tennessee.
Holland, Michigan
photo
gordbeld@softhouse.com
Richard
H. Bennett
Augsburg,
Germany
Looking for anyone that station with the Special Police Det.
Landshut, or the Military Police 2nd Const Augsburg
or know of anyone that is still alive and kicking 1946 - 1949
From: Kempner, Texas OutPost Seven
Rbenn9664@ail.com
Roy
Boone
Salzburg,
Austria and Straubing, Germany
I was in Salzburg, Austria in the MP's when Austria got their independence in
June of 1956 and was sent from there to Straubing, Germany. I came home
in December of 1955. I enjoyed this cite very much, it is a wonderful tribute
to your Dad.
Cleveland, Mississippi
rboone@tecinfo.com
S/Sgt
Ed L. Bowley
Bamberg,
Germany
I was in HQ Company, US Constabulary, Bamberg, Germany 1946-47.
I was a member of the XV Corps,HQ Company, barracked in an old
Panzer
barracks in Bamberg, when the Constabulary was formed...They moved in and
took over our operation...transferred all our personnel to the Big C...I never
changed desks..just put a C on my uniform and that's how fast it happened.
I was in the G2 section, General Harmons' office was adjacent to
ours...I
substituted as his secretary, when his steady was on leave...Major Hay was
my section leader...He offered me six stripes to stay for 6 more months, but
I declined and came home after only about 6 months in the Big C...
I have dozens of pics and a hand carved wooden scrap book of the activities
at this time...Walter Sanders did a picture spread of the HQ for Life
magazine...I was his
escort around the complex...I've tried to get the pics from Life, but they
say they are in a separate archive...I haven't followed this up, since I am
an officer in a Computer club here in our retirement community...too much to
do...
Photo
Edlbee@aol.com
Degerndorf,
Germany
6th Constab Squadron, Degerndorf, Regensburg, Germany
Dates: 1948-1951
It is a pleasure to find this web site for the many experiences and good people
I met.
God bless all of us!
Best Regards!
Stan
Posted
Oct. 5, 2005
Robert D. Bretz
Bad Hersfeld, Fulda and Schweinfurt
I am a member of the U. S. Constabulary Association.
I served in the 24th and 22nd constabulary squadrons at Bad Hersfeld,
Fulda and Schweinfurt from 1949 to 1952.
Robert D Bretz
E-mail: lbbretz@aol.com
Bill Brinson
A trooper with BTrp 68th Sqdn. from 3-46-7-48. Joined in Boblingen,moved
to Augusburg, Buedgen, Hanau, Bad Homburg, Mainz / Kastel.
Also attended the Constabulary School. Sure wish I had taken and kept more
pictures. Most of the stuff I brought back went to family members.
Irene great page and keep up the good work
wbrinson@hot.rr.com
OP 7 Commander
TX
2005
Bob Bruce
Darmstadt, Germany
I'm S/Sgt. Bob Bruce, I was assigned to B Company, 81St Constabulary
Squadron in 1946/47 then transferred to Darmstadt.
I returned home in Sept. 1948. I now reside in Fort Meyers, FL. I
am looking for old friends:
Harry Bossi from Cal.
George Del Smithlin from Staples, Minn.
Charlie Kahoutek from Fairhope, Alabama
Dominick Demarcontonio from Philadelphia
Thank You.
Bob Bruce
rgbruce7@comcast.net
Updated
July 08, 2008
Bobby
C. Bush
Schweinfurt and Bad Kissingen, Germany
Bobby wrote: Having survived WW2 as a Cpl in 628 Tank Destroyer Bn, I resumed
my education and graduated from Univ. of Ga. in 1948 and re-entered Service as
a 2nd Lt. After completing Ground General School and Basic Officers
Course at Ft. Riley and Ft. Knox, shipped to Germany and assigned to 2nd Bn. 14
th Armored Cavalry Reg. in Aug. 1950. The Bn. was located in Schweinfurt and
moved to Bad Kissingen in 1951. Served in Tank Co, E Co and Bn. Staff as Commo.
Returned to States in 1953. During this tour of duty, I became the Father of my
1st Born- a Daughter.
santabobby@charter.net
A note from the Editor.
Bobby passed away.
May he rest in peace.
Peter
Carroll
COBURG, GERMANY
6TH CONSTAB. SQD. HQ. TROOP AT COBURG GERMANY IN 1947.
Roster list of some of the 6th
Coburg
PETE2728@aol.com
Don Chesnut
Bobblingen, Sonthoften and Strabuing
Bobblingen w/72dsquadron. Sonthoften still w/ 72d, Graffenwhor,
Still w 72d. I went to school in Schwabisch Hall when first
transfered to Constab from 342d Engr GS Regt. Strabuing was last duty
station with the Constabulary.
I have been looking for information on our part of the occupation and
it seems as if the occupation never existed. Thank you for putting this
together. My web page is far from being complete but maybe it will
interest some.
Huntsville TX
E-mail: ccp_dcc@shsu.edu
1SGT.( RET.) WM. G. CLARK
GERMANY
I
SERVED FOUR TIMES FOR A TOTAL OF 14 YEARS, AND I ASKED A LOT OF PEOPLE ABOUT
THE CIRCLE C , (I WAS IN THE 14TH & 11TH ACR ) AND NOT MUCH WAS KNOWN .
SOME OF THE OLD TANKS AND SCOUT CARS AT THE MAJOR TRAINING AREAS THAT WE USED
FOR GUNNERY HAD THE CIRCLE C PAINTED ON THEM , BUT AS TIME WENT ON , AND THE
COMMANDERS AND NCO'S HAD LITTLE OR NO MEMORY OF WW II OR THE TIME AFTER EVEN
THAT STARTED TO CHANGE. SO ONCE MORE I THANK YOU VERY MUCH AND I WILL VISIT
THIS SITE OFTEN. KEEP UP THE GREAT AND MUCH NEEDED WORK /
HISTORY PRESERVATION .( 14TH ACR SUIVEZ MOI / 11TH ACR ALLONS.......
SCOUTS OUT !
tank311@gateway.net
Leo
Claude
Weiden, Germany
I left the 3rd division at Bad Wildungen and joined the 94th Constabulary
Squadron in 1946 at the village of Weiden, Germany.
The 94th was on border duty till I left in 1948.
The last time I was in Kassel was in 1946. I was hauling a buddy into the
hospital, the streets were not cleared yet so it was a rough ride at night.
I would like to hear from some of the troopers that were there.
I am now assigned to Outpost # 5
Leo R. Claude
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
leo_claude@hotmail.com
Joseph
R. Claus
Berlin, Germany
I was stationed in Berlin Troop A 16th Constabulary from Oct. 1948 until
May 1951.
I would like to here from any one who was there to renew our acquantance
or trade storys.
Stroudsburg PA
jcclaus@verizon.net
John Cline
Landshut,
Germany
I was in the HQ's Co. 2nd BN 6th Armored Calvary Regmt. I was in Landshut
from 1949 to 1952
I am looking to hear from anyone who was there. Are there still troops in
Landshut?
Norman John Cline
4108 S. 37th W. Ave
Tulsa, OK 74107
oldbulljohn@cox.net.
Charles
W. Chappuis
Bayreuth in 1945-1946
I was in Bayreuth in 1945-1946--F Troop 28th Cavalry Recon Sqdn.
Lt. Charles W. Chappuis, now Major, USAR Ret.
Moon1925@cox.net
May he rest in peace.
John
R. Cherry
Fussen and Nurnburg, Germany
John wrote: I was in Germany from 1946 to 1954 in the 70th
FABN in Fussen and Nurnburg. Wilma and I got
married March of 54 and we have 4 children and 4 grand children.
Pinson, Alabama.
JRCMODELT@aol.com
John Coffman
Darmstadt and Wiesbaden, Germany
Just looking for old friends. Was in the 27th Squadron, Darmstadt, May 47 until
deactivation, then 1st Brig. Hq., Wiesbaden, until Apr 49.
Vancouver Wa.
jcoffman@sttl.uswest.net
Holland
R Cokeley
Bayreuth and Bamberg, Germany
I was in HQ troop 13th
squadron 6th Regt in Bayreuth and Bamberg From July 1946 to
Sept.1947. Radio operator rank T/5.
Washington PA
hrcoke@bellatlantic.net
John
R Comley III
Frizlar, Germany
I served in the Hq. Hq. Co. 14th Armored Cavarly Regiment US
Constabulary, Frizlar, Germany, APO 171,
from Dec. 1948 to 1952, In the Tank section . I have several photos and a
1949 Thanksgiving roster, with both Neil and Gil names. I enjoyed viewing
your site, it brought back alot of memories. I look forward to contacting
and joining the U.S Constabulary Association. I would enjoy hearing from
anyone that may have been in this regiment.
298 Depot Street, Denniesport MA 02639
Photos and Roster
J.D.Comley@juno.com
Don Compeau
Fritzlar, Germany
I
arrived at Friztlar June, l948. I was in B troop 1st Sqdn. I went to Radio
School (CW) at Friztlar in a small building over by the gym and air field. I
stayed at Friztlar until we move to Fulda and stayed there until 1954.
OP-4
CFulda54@aol.com
Phil
Consalvo
Fulda,
Germany
My name is Phil Consalvo. I was a T-5 and specialized in small arms in the 81
Easy Troop at Fulda 1946-47. My first sergeant was Demayo. I arrived in
Le Harve, France then traveled by railroad cars to the repo-depo in Kassel.
I was assigned to 203 AAA Automatic Weapons Battalions (SP). Later the
outfit was deactivated so I was went to Wetzlar for Constabulary
Training. Upon completion I was assigned to E-Troop 81st Constabulary
Squadron. I went to Rasdorf to perform Russian Border Patrol. I came back
to Kaserne for one week, then transferred to "C" Troop, and was sent
to Schluchturn for more Russian Border patrol. I was involved with many
check points and checking DP camps for contraband items.
I lived my adult life by the 81st Motto.
"THERE IS A WAY."
T/5 Philip J. Consalvo
Phil
Consalvo
1046
Jefferson St.
Follansbee, WV 26037.
vop00@comcast.net
Photo
Don Coombs
Straubing,Germany
Updated
1/15/2005
I was in Straubing 6 A/C from Sept. 1951 until June 1952 as a draftsman
in the R2/R3 office.
I spent most of my time away from the Kaserne (camping out). I went back there
a few years ago.
The Germans occupy one corner of it and the rest is boarded up and overgrown.
Smaller than I remembered it. Ha!
Don Coombs
Fort Wayne, IN
donc30@yahoo.com
Thomas
J. Cosgrove
Weiden, Germany
I served in Service Troop of 11th Constabulary Regiment at Weiden, Germany
1946.
I often wonder if any of my old buddies were still
around.
Thanks for this opportunity to find out something.
Tampa, Florida
Tomcosgrove@Juno.Com
Jim Cross
Fuessen, Sonthofen and Stuttgart, Germany
Dec 1948 thru Aug 1954..
.Constabulary and 7th Army. 70th FA Bn in Fuessen, FA
group in Sonthofen, HQs 7th Army Artillery in Vaihingen (Stuttgart)
We are small in numbers, but would
not trade it for anything. Good Job
Bessemer City, NC
ncpatches@loclnet.com
William E. Davis
Grafenwohr, Augsburg and Hessental
Germany
My father (William E. Davis) has been looking for
Constabulary info for a long time. He was
with the 778th TK BN in Grafenwohr 1946 and the 2nd Cav. 'C'
Co. B troop in Augsburg and Hessental 1947-1948
Clio, Michigan
Ed Davis
davis.ed@worldnet.att.net
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William J.
Davis
Berlin,
Germany
I am William J. Davis, T5 TP A 16th Const SAW
76
Division
y
Berlin, Germany
1945
Email:
Dan Daniels
James Deming
Schwabach, and Weiden
I served from 1946 to 1949. I rode horseback on the boarder
for the 14th Regt.
I did trooper duty with A Troop of the 53d Sqd. in Schwabach,
and Weiden.
I also was a member of the 70th FA Bn, until my transfer to the
US.
I spent 43 years in the military but none of my service
was as memorable as my time in the U.S. Constabulary.
Jim@demings.us
Al
DeStefano
Stuttgart,
Germany
I was
assigned to The Constabulary in April 1946 after completing basic training at
Ft Knox Ky.
My original orders had me going to a tank unit but was reassigned to the
10th Constabulary regt in Mohringen kaserne outside Stuttgart.
From Apr 1946 I served in the Horse troop, then in 1947 when the 10th
Regt was redesignated the 15th Regt, I was reassigned to Hqs Troop MSG center,
got more schooling at Ansbach in Msg Center Operations. In June 1948 I was
again transferred to Hqs Battery, 70th Field Artillery, Fussen and assigned to
that msg center. My tour and enlistment ended in Jan 1949. I reenlisted and
spent a total of over 20 years service in the Army and retired as a 1st Sgt
(E-8).
I had two tours in Korea and two tours in Vietnam. I will say this, I thoroughly
enjoyed my Army Career, met some of the nicest people and toured the world.
I am living in Florida, I am proud to say I belong to Outpost 4
Anthony D. [Tony] Dettorre
Fussen & Nurnberg
I served with
the 70th
Armored Field Artillery Btn.(Constab) Fussen & Nurnberg '48-'52.
Beverly, MA
addbad@earthlink.net
E-mail address updated
on 12/08/05
Wayne Dixon
Sonthofen, Wetzlar and Babenhausen
Germany
I enlisted in November 1948 for direct
assignment to the U.S. Constabulary in Germany. I arrived in Germany
February 1949 and was sent to Sonthofen to become a member of “A” Battery, 94th
Field Artillery Battalion. Remained there till Mid 1949. When the
organization was designated the 517th Field Artillery, afterwards we were moved
to Wetzlar, north of Frankfurt. I remained there till early 1951, when I
was transferred to the 36th Field Artillery Group Headquarters, 7th Army,
located in Babenhausen, east of Darmstadt.
Staff Sergeant, U.S. Army retired.
Member of Outpost #7.
Henry
Doktorski III
Coburg in the south to Hebemshausen in the north.
Germany
I am the son of Henry Doktorski
and created a website for my parents
(Hank and Terri Doktorski)
http://www.doktorski.freeservers.com/constabulary.html
as an expression of love for them, and included several pages about my
Dad's service in the 24th Constabulary Squadron in Germany.
Hank and Terri's Home Page
Paul
A. Drescher
I
am a member of the United States Constabulary, I am in outpost 7.
I served in the US Constabulary in the US zone in Germany from 1946 to
1952 in "A" Troop 14th Regiment 10th Sq. Outpost Obernburg,
Germany.
I was in Aschaffernurg, Germany in Oct. and Nov. 1946 and in Kitzingen,
Germany in Dec. 1946. I moved to Outpost Lohr Germany in Jan 1947.
In Feb. 1947 I was in Wurzburg Germany till July 1947. From July 1947 to
Feb. 1948 I was in Schwah Hall Germany "A" Troop 15th Reg 15th
Sq.. Then I was in the Medical Detachment from Feb. 1948 to July 1948. From
July 1948 to July 1951 I was in Fussen Germany Medical Detachment 68th
and 70th ARO RED Field Artillery. In July 1951 I moved to Nuremberg,
Germany and stayed there till Aug. 1952 when I returned to USA.
Paul A. Drescher
padrescher@aol.com
Updated
July 17, 2007
Ken Driscoll
Stuttgart, Germany
I volunteered for the Constab (that's right, volunteered)-that's
another story. Was assigned to the 97th Signal Squadron, "B" Troop
and was assigned to Stuttgart, (CP Location) squadron location in
Vaihingan. ..Well, that's close to where I was any- way! Great time, great guys
and a nice tour of duty. (Total Time:1946-49, Constabulary time:1947-49)
and then on to Fort Meade. Thanks
again for jolting the gray cells!!!
From: Originally, New York City--Presently:Tuckahoe, NY
Kend1@optonline.net
Carl
Dunn
Wetzlar,
Germany
I joined RA in June 1948, went to Germany
Dec 1949 and assigned Hq Btry 517th FA Bn in Wetzlar. Bn moved to
Budingen about Mar 1951, I graduated Seventh army NCO Academy in late 51 or
early 52, Transferred to another Non Constab Bn in Aug. or Sep 1952 and ended
my tour in Germany in Aug. 1954 as Bn Operations Sgt. Have contacted about 15
men I served with in the 517th and have information to any one else who was in
the unit 1949-1952. Many memories, such as Baumholder, Grafenwohr, Wildflecken,
maneuvers,
time spent on the border, currency exchanges, gasthaus's, guard duty,
parades, pt tests, alerts, etc.
Email me . cdunn3@aol.com
Louis
Eppolite
Grafenwohr, Germany
I was stationed here in Sept.
and a few days in Oct. 1946. I was with the 778th Tank
Battalion waiting for orders to come back to the states. I have
not been able to get any info. about the 778th Tank Battalion. If you
have any information
about this outfit, would you e-mail me.
Marvin Farnsel
COBURG GERMANY
I WAS WITH THE 6TH CONSTAB. SQD. HQ. TROOP AT COBURG GERMANY
IN 1947.
SERVED WITH BUD GRONER,WHOM I UNDERSTAND WAS ONE OF THE FOUNDERS OF THE
ASSO.
Michigan
EMAIL
Roster list of some of the 6th Coburg.
Joseph Fazio
12
th Constabulary Squaden
E-mail
Faziotj@aol.com
Harry Feltenbarger
Coburg, Germany
I was with Hq & Hq Co 3rd Bn 1st const
group Stationed in
Coburg in 1949..
Rives Junction,Mi
hfeltenbar@aol.com
Peter
A Ferdenzi
COBURG, GERMANY
6TH CONSTAB. SQD. HQ. TROOP AT COBURG GERMANY IN 1947.
Peter A Ferdenzi
Roster list 6th Coburg
Paul
Feuer
Listed under - Paul Forbes
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Braxton D. Fincher
Augsburg, Germany
I am Braxton D.
Fincher, age 72 as of Marc 31, 00. My unit was C Troop, 74th
Squdn., 5th Constabulary Regiment. We were stationed at Augsburg in
46 .
5th Reg.was sent home with all her Squdn's in June of 47. Col.
Prince took
them to the USA on paper in his pocket. The personnel was placed in
the 2nd
Reg. which came to Augsburg in Sept. replacing 3rd Reg. which went
home on
paper same way 5th Reg. did. I don't know who carried the paper on them.
74th Squdn. became 2nd Squdn. And all other 5th Reg. Squdns and one 3rd
Reg.
Squdn. , the 68th, became Squdns of the 2nd Reg. We were at the Sheridan
Kacerne at Augsburg. I was shipped Back to the States Nov.48. Went to Koera in
51.
braxtonfincher@bellsouth.net
Updated Oct. 4, 2005
Joe
Foncellino
Landshut,
Germany
I served with the 74th AFA Bn from January 1949 to June 1952.
I was stationed in Landshut Germany and would like to hear from anyone who was
there during that time period.
I am a new member of the United States Constabulary Association as f 2004.
DOUBLEDUO@COMCAST.NET
E-mail address as of March 2007
Paul Forbes {Feuer}
Linz
Luftwaffe
base at Horshching
"E" Troop, 24th Constabulary Squadron, 4th Constabulary Regiment.
I patrol the border between the American and Soviet occupation zones, which
were divided at the Danube River.
I can be reached at the email below.
I go by the name Paul Forbes.
paulsforbes@verizon.net
Bio. and photos
Posted
Feb 5, 2006
Charles 'Chuck' Frazier
I
served in the Sixth Armored Cav from Feb 1950 through December 1952, when I
transferred to the Ist Infantry Division.
I have many fond memories of the Constabulary, this would include the
Regimental party that they had in December 1950.
I have made contact with two other gentlemen from the Old Constabulary.
Thanks for this page.
Chuck Frazier
chuckf02@sprynet.com
Bill Friskey
PASSAU,
SIMBACH AND LANDSHUT
Germany
I
WAS WITH D TROOP, 51st. SQUADRON, 11th. REGIMENT, 2nd. BRIGADE, 1946-1948.
I WAS STATIONED IN PASSAU, SIMBACH AND LANDSHUT.
William Friskey
Member of the United States Constabulary Association OP #4
EMAIL:
wafriskey@hotmail.com
Click here
to see my
Photo
JOHNNY
GARMON
Freising, Germany
I HELPED TO SET UP THE PX ACROSS THE STREET FROM THE
2nd
reg.-- 42nd sq. Friesing
UNDER COL REED ALONG WITH OTHERS. I CAME TO FREiSING IN 1946.
Looking for buddies who were stationed in FRIESING FROM 1945 to 1947.
johngarmon@bellsouth.net
Posted Oct. 4 2005
Ken
Gilman
Augsburg, Germany
I
would be interested to hear from anyone who served in C Troop, 68th Squadren,
2nd Regiment at
Augsburg, Germany. 1947 or early 1948.
This is my son's email address, he would be glad to forward notes to me,
or I would like to hear from you by mail.
My postal mailing address is Ken Gilman, C/O Bethany Home 321 N. Chestnut,
Linsborg, KS 67456-1999. Kansas
photoflashx@yahoo.com
Carl H. Gray
Augsburg, Germany
My name is Carl H. Gray and a member of the United States Constabulary
Association.
I've been hoping to hear from some of my old comrades from the time. I was a
trooper.
I was originally with the 2nd ACR at Sheridan Kaserne in Augsburg from Jan
1950-Oct 1951.
I was at first with the Heavy Tank Co, 1st Bn for a few months and then
transferred over to the 2nd Squadron,
1st Bn until transferring out to the 97th Armd QM Bn at Roth by Nurnberg the
end of Oct 1951 and
then to Hqs Spec Troops with 7th Army at Vaihingen.
I got out in Dec 1952, went to college then came back in with the USAF,
got out again, worked
on the Mercury Project for a while then went DOD civilian until retirement in
Dec 1987.
You don't seem to have to many troopers who were with the 2nd ACR.
When joining the Association about two years ago (was told of it's existence by
the son of a former trooper) I submitted
about 8 or 9 names of those troopers that I could still remember.
My nickname when a trooper was Kinder.
Carl H. (Chuck) Gray
45 Caceres Circle
Hot Springs Village, AR 71909
Tel: 501-922-6027
chuckg8@gmail.com
Updated April 3, 2007
Raymond L. Gray
Straubing, Panzer Casern
Germany
6th ACR, 1st Battalion, Hq Co.
Motor pool maintenance. Served in Straubing, Panzer Casern, June 1950 thru
1952.
Then stayed in same unit and put on 7th army patch.
I am life member, and active in Outpost 3.
Had picture in last year's calendar.
After 9 years in Army, transferred to Air Force, in helicopters.
Retired 1976 with 28 years active duty.
Enjoying Tennessee weather.
I have a 1951-1952, Sixth Armored Calvary Regiment, year book. I will make
copies of the group photo for individuals that will send me " Battalion,
Company, Platoon, Section, etc." so I can locate the exact page.
Raymond Gray
smsgrouchygray@aol.com
Updated June 18, 2009
Manfred
Goldstein
mannyg2255@hotmail.com
Berlin,
Germany
In April 1946 I was transferred to the newly formed 16th Constabulary Squadron
in the Headquarters Battalion at the Patton Barracks in Berlin Germany.
Then moved to McNair Barracks somewhere around 1948.
Manny [Doc]
Bio.
BG Samuel McC. Goodwin
Berlin, Germany
My husband, BG Samuel McC. Goodwin,
was responsible for creating and
commanding the 16th Constabulary (Separate) in Berlin in 1946 at
the
conclusion of World War II. He was a lieutenant colonel at the time,
having
spent the war years with the 6th Cavalry Squadron/Groupwhich he
ended up
commanding at the end of the war. The term "Separate"
associated with the
16th Constabulary was not so much related to the physical distance of the
unit from the other Constabulary units stationed in the area of West Germany
as it was to the fact that both logistically and in terms of command
responsibility the 16th was independent of the regular chain of command.
Very sincerely,
KIKI GOODWIN
Frank A.
Gusdorf
Coburg and Bad Hersfeld
Germany
I had the distinct honor of serving as a member of Troop A, 6th US Constabulary
Squadron, at Coburg,
and continued to serve during its change to Company G, 14th Armored Cavalry, in
Friedberg and Bad Hersfeld.
My service was from approximately June 1948 to August 1952.
Frank A. Gusdorf
Email: FGusdorf@aol.com
Art Higgins
Gap Fulda, Germany
I was in the constabulary in 1951 - 52, at
the Gap Fulda.
OP7
rpfatrv@cs.com
Robert
M. Hodges
Linz, Austira
Constabulary training in
Tyler Texas at Ft. Fannin in 1945. In 1946 sent to Austria and was
stationed in Linz. I was in the 24th Constabulary Troop D. There
were 150 men and 5 officers. My Commander was Commander Brooks. We stayed in
the town of Edelsburg is SS Barracks. I was there 1 year guarding the border
between the Russian and American Zone.
I remembers 3 men who were there
with him and would like to get in contact again. Their last names are Taylor,
Murray, and Sabatino. The picture
I have attached was taken in 1946 in uniform in the town of Bad Schallenbach,
Austria.
Robert M. Hodges
370 Jasmine Rd.
St. Augustine, Fl. 32086
Phone (904) 794-7646
dotgord@bellsouth.net
Joseph
W. Holmes
Straubing and Regensburg, Germany
I served in the U.S. Constabulary as follows: Service Company, Headquarters,
6th ARC, Straubing, Germany
1949-1950; Headquarters Company, 3rd Battalion, 6th ARC, Regensburg,
Germany 1950-1951
Cedar Park, Texas
joeholmes@austin.rr.com
LEONARD A. 'HONEY' HUNTINGTON
Kassel
and Fritzlar
Germany
I WAS STATIONED IN KASSEL FROM 1949 TO 1950, THEN SENT TO FRITZLAR
TO HELP
OPERATE ORDNANCE FIELD MAINTENANCE SHOP #2 TDY FROM 546TH ORD.MAM CO.
IN KASSEL. WE WERE BILLETED ADJACENT TO THE 14TH RGT. AND I SPENT MANY A
NIGHT BETWEEN BAD WILDUNGEN, FRITZLAR, KASSEL, LAKE EDERSEE,ETC. WE WERE THE
LAST LINE OF SUPPORT FOR VEHICLE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE FOR THE CONVOYS HEADING
THRU TO BERLIN AT THE HELMSTEDT CHECK POINT. MY WIFE AND I
ARE PLANNING A TRIP TO ENGLAND AND TO GERMANY IN MAY 2000. I AM ANXIOUS TO SEE
KASSEL, FRITZLAR, GIESSEN, MARBURG, ETC. AS IT WILL BE MY FIRST TIME BACK SINCE
I LEFT THERE IN MARCH 1952. WE ALWAYS HAD THE UTMOST RESPECT FOR THE CONSTAB
AND WE HAD SO MUCH IN COMMON WITH ALL THE US FORCES IN GERMANY DURING THOSE
DANGEROUS AND COLD WAR YEARS. WE WERE ALL SO VERY YOUNG AND FEARLESS IN THOSE
DAYS. I GUESS IT WAS BECAUSE OF THE CLOSENESS DEVELOPED AS AMERICANS DURING
WWII. SURE WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM AND ABOUT OTHERS STATIONED IN THAT
AREA OF GERMANY DURING THOSE YEARS. (1949-1952)
SAVANNAH, GEORGIA
HUNT2931@aol.com
AL
Inlow
Sonthoffen and Babenhausen, Germany
I was in the Constabulary in 1949 to 1952.
[91st and 519th Field Artillery Bn]
Stationed in Sonthoffen later Babenhausen. We had our 155 Howitzers
aimed at the Fulda Gap,
always one Battery in place.
Oregon
photo
Al Inlow is in charge of a museum in Oregon. He can put your U.S.
Constabulary photos in this museum if you contact him.
Send him a copy of you in uniform. Information can be found by clicking here.
I am Al Inlow and I joined the
Army in 1948, in those days you had a choice of Joining the Second Cav. in
Korea, Alaska, or the US Constabulary in Germany. I chose the
Constabulary, so upon completion of Basic Training at Fort Ord California, I
was put on a troop train to cross the US to Camp Kilmer N.J. waiting for
further shipment to Bremen haven Germany aboard the Bernard J. Ray.
From Bremenhaven by train to Marburg for an assignment, which was on to
Sonthoffen to the 91st Field Artillery 155 howitzers. About a month after
arrival we changed to the 519th Field Artillery Bn. We maneuvered all
over Germany, one of our main stopping areas was Vilseck. We had a
Battery on line all the time at the Fulda Gap. Around 1951 we transferred to
Babenhausen, near Frankfurt stayed in a tent City while they rebuilt our
barracks. We had a 8" self propelled Bn move on the Camp with
us as they were putting more troops into Germany as the Korean war was going
on. Our battalion helped set up a tent city in Baumholder for the 2nd
Armored division who was in route to Germany at that time. 1952 we changed over
to Seventh Army and late 1952 returned to the U.S. for discharge.
Altogether I got about 15 years in Germany between the Army and Civil
Service.
Al Inlow
Click here to visit the page
Sonthoffen
William
Jackson
Kitzingen and Schweinfurt, Germany
I served as tank driver/tank commander from Feb. 1946 to Oct.
1946 with Light Tank Troop 14th Constabulary Rgmt., first in Kitzingen and
later at
Schweinfurt, Germany. Basic training at Fort Riley, Ks Jan 1945 to about
May 45.
Sailed to Philippines, Lingayen area [Manila] Sept. then to Germany Feb. 45 to
join
Constabulary. I do belong to Constabulary Association. Would like
to hear from anyone who
might have served in Germany in Schweinfurt during that period. I
remember some last
names, no first.
Posted
March 4, 2001
Updated June 25, 2008
Email: UtilaKid@comcast.net
Don
J Jandrey
I served with the 74th FA BN in Landshut Germany C Bttry from Nov.1949 to Oct
1952
I took B.T. at Forth Riley K.S.
Would like to hear from any there.
Email:
djjandrey@comcast.net
Posted Nov. 29, 2008
Darrell
Jenicek
Marburg
and Sonthoffen, Germany
I am Darell Jenciek and I joined the Army in 1948. I took basic training at Fort
Ord Cal. I took a troop train across the U.S. to Camp Kilmer N.J. I then went buy ship
in 1949 on the Lt. Bernard J. Ray to Bremenhauen, Germany, then by train to
Marburg, Germany where we was assigned to the 91st Field Artillery [service battery] a 155
Howitzer Battalion at Sonthoffen Germany . Then we were changed from the
91st to the Constabulary. In 1951 we were transferred to Babenhausen
near Frankfurt, Germany. In 1952 I come home.
Darrell Jenicekdjenicek@webtv.net
picture
Bobby E. Jenkins
Schwabach, Germany
1946 - 1949
I was with the 53rd company A troop constabulary, station in Schwabach Germany in April 1946,which was the 53rd
armored infantry battalion at that time, until it was inactivated to 53rd constabulary, on the 1st of June 1946, I also was a
radio operator and was in communications until I retired in June 1966. I was with the 14th armored 2nd battalion station in
Bad Kissinger, Germany for three years. of course I have been other places during my time in the service.
Thank you.
Retired S/Sgt Bobby E. Jenkins
botie2003@yahoo.com
Date of entry March 17, 2007
Samuel J Kalinoff
Schawbach, Germany
I was with the 53rd constab.c troop at Schawbach 1946 & with
the 15th at widen, we took over the Russian border from Hof,
Colburg,to Passau. Passau was a 5 day patrol, my last patrol was to
Passau,and we got into a fire fight with the Russians, I was glad I was going
home. The morning we took over the border we lost 5 patrols to the Russians,
the map's we had were very poor tourist maps I think. I served with Lt. Ralph
M. Heath, who retired as a Col.& now lives in Texas,we stay in touch now
that I found him after 50Yrs.
Modesto, Ca.
photo
sjkalinoff@aol.com
May he rest in peace.
Alfred
Kaptein
I have met people through the Guest Book I knew in Germany but thought a
listing under the Troopers heading might get a few more response.
alkap@adelphia.net
Posted Feb. 2006
John
H. Keyser
Augsburg, Germany
I am extremely pleased to find so much information on the Constabulary. I
just returned today from Outpost #3 reunion in Williamsburg, Va.
My name ia John H. Keyser. I served in the Constabulary from June 1946 until
June 1947. I was assigned to Headquarters Troop, 5th Regiment as a clerk in the
S-2 Section, in Augsburg.
One of our discussions concerned recruting new members and losing current
members because of non- payment of dues. I am most interested in pursuing this
problem and have several ideas on how we, as an association could be more
effective in reaching troopers who are not aware of the fact that we have an
association. I am also interested in contacting troopers that were associated
with the 5th Regiment in Augsburg in l946 and '47.
Thanks for the opportunity of contacting you.
Roanoke, Virginia
jhnk@netscape.net
DON
KJOS
AUGSBURG
I WAS WITH C-TROOP 68TH SQD IN AUGSBURG
ALWAYS ENJOY GETTING ON THE U.S. CONSTABULARY WEB
THANK YOU
DON KJOS
dkjos@valornet.com
IRWIN KLEINMAN
FREISING AND AUGSBURG
I SERVED IN THE 2ND ARMORED CAVALRY (CONS) FROM 1947 TO 1951, IN BOTH
I RECENTLY JOINED THE US CONSTABULARY ASSOCIATION.
IKLEINMAN@aol.com
Maurice
W. Knowles
Fritzlar and Wurtzburg, Germany
I was stationed in a small town our side of Kassel
in 1946-47, Fritzlar on the Eder River. We used to pull
border patrol to
catch blackmarketeers coming across the border. I remember that Kassel
was
completely bombed out, you could look straight across and not see a building
standing. I went back to the states in 1948 and returned to Germany in
late
1948 and was sent to Wurtzburg and assigned to the 2d
Constabulary Recoilless
Rifle Troop, attached to the 2d Armored Cav.
CW4, US Army Retired
MKnow68971@aol.com
Clegg Langley
Berlin, Germany
I was stationed at Berlin,Germany 1948 in C Troop 16th Constabulary
Sqn(Sep). We worked at Templeholf Airport during the Berlin Blockade as
boss
checkers for the unloading of supplies - Coal in duffle bags and food
items. This was done in three months intervals. Then we had Riot control;
training for three months. Then we pulled guard for the Spandow presion
and
then went to the field for training and working radio, driving M-8, etc
My name is Clegg Langley RA12315621 Pfc. I went on for
20 years in the Army. I have been retired for 30 years now with the rank
E-7.
I live with my wife for 54 years. Ph Tel:1-856-825-5662
Millville, NJ 0833
CLEGGLANGLEY@aol.com
Gordon Leckenby
Fritzlar, Fulda, and Bad Hershfeld
Hi, I served with the 14th ACR in Fritzlar,
Fulda, and later at Bad Hershfeld
as a radio operator/repairman in 51-52.
Seattle, WA
gleckenby@uswest.net
Albert N.
Levison
Augsburg,
Germany
I was assigned to Troop D, 68th Con Sq, Troop D, 27th Con Sq, and 74th FA Bn
before leaving Constabulary.
ALELP13@aol.com
Photos
Jack Lewin
Straubing
I see nothing being published about the 6th Arm, Cav. Regiment stationed
in Straubing. I was there in 1951- 52.-- J. Lewin
jlewin@optonline.net
Ervin C.
Lindquist SR
Boblingen,
Germany
No other unit that I served with could come close to the feelings I have for
the
54th Combat Engr Bn. United States Constabulary.
I served with Charlie Co. and Hq Co 1948-1952 .
I served in the 54th with Larry Munyon, Ralph Tores and Dunkel
email: daddyerv@verizon.ne
Jim Lantz
Sonthofen, Germany
I served as a
tank driver in the D & G troop in Constabulary School Squadron at Sonthofen
from the formation of the school in 1946 until Nov. '46.
I would like to hear from anyone there at that time.
I am a member of the US Constabulary Association - OP5.
Jim Lantz
jlantz@macomb.com
Posted Jan. 4, 2008
Ed
Liston
Straubing, Germany
I was in
Straubing at 6th a/c signal school in 1950-51.
I was then sent to Landshut where I spent the rest of my tour.
Ed Liston
sonnyvero@aol.com
Staff/sgt. Carl Lovdahl
Kassel - Rothwesten - Fritzlar - Witzenhausen, Germany
I served around Kassel,
Rothweston, Fritzlar, Witzenhausen, Germany from June, 1946 through August,
1948, 10th Constabulary Squadron, 1st Reg.
I'm a member of Outpost #5.
Illinois
carllovd@aol.com
Carl Lovdahl was the National
Quartermaster Sales of the United States Constabulary Association.
May he rest in peace.
D.D. Aug. 22, 2010
Marvin
E. Martin
Fulda, Germany
I
was with the 81st Sqdn at Fulda 1946-47. I would like to make contact
with any
fellow troopers that were in that unit.
Ormond Beach, Florida
photos
mmarti77@bellsouth.net
JULIUS TAFT MASSEY
Freising, Germany
He was a cook in the 42nd Constabulary, Troop
"D"July
1946 and Jan.1947.
SGT. MITCHELL was his friend; I am the
daughter of Julius Massey and would like to make contact with Sgt. Mitchell, if
he is still alive.
Thanks for your help in this,
Eleonor
Crespoe
photo
of Julius
ejcsrac@flash.net
Alfred J. Mastrianni
Freising, Germany
HQ-HQ
Service Troop 2nd Constabulary Regiment
Transportation Platoon, Freising, Germany 1946-1947
Life Member O.P. 1
27 Willis Ave
Plainville, CT 06062
Ph. - 860-747-1550
E-mail- ajmast1@comcast.net
stevmas@comcast.net
I am interested in touching base with anyone
who was in the 2nd Regiment Service Troop during my tenure.
I have been searching for William (Bill) Burnsed for many years. He was
with the Transportation Platoon along with myself and John Madsen (now
deceased). Please contact me by email or mail if you have any information about
these fellows or if you served with the 2nd Regiment.
Thanks,
Alfred Mastrianni
Posted Feb. 5, 2008
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Gilbert
Matherne
Rothwesten and Fritzlar, Germany
Gilbert wrote: I was stationed in Rothwesten 0ct.1946 - 1947 with 1st
Constabulary Reg. Headquarters Troop, then was sent to Fritzlar to 14th
A/C Reg. US Constabulary.
Stayed there until Oct.1949. Looking for Francis Brooks and Frank
Shipyski and other old buddies.
French Settlement, La.
Photo
Taps
irmoore@eatel.net
[Family
Contact]
A note from the Editor.
Gilbert was my father and he died Nov. 26, 2000.
May he rest in peace.
Julian C. McCalla
East Germany
In 1946, I was a PFC in The designation (Separate) was, to my knowledge,
ONLY used by the 16th
Squadron as it was the ONLY U.S. Constabulary Squadron in East
Germany and was NOT part of the Zone Constabulary.
The 16th Constabulary Sqdn. (Sep) was the only unit to wear
a "tab" or "flash" with the word [CONSTABULARY]1/2 inch
ABOVE their Circle C insignia. The tab or flash was only worn by troopers who
had been with the squadron for thirty (30) days and had not committed any
offenses. If they did, the tab / flash was to removed from the trooper's uniform.
However, after a while, a Troop officer could approve the reissuring the
tab/flash to the Trooper who had misbehaved. The 16th
Squadron's FIRST commander was, then, Lieutenant
Colonel, Samuel McClure GOODWIN.
B.G. GOODWIN, a West Point Academy graduate, passed away from cancer.
Julian C. McCalla
jcme7ret@webtv.net
Jerry
McConnell
1947
16th Constabulary Sq. [Sep.]
I
served in the 16th Constabulary Squadron (Sep.) from March through December in
1947. I was originally assigned to finish a history of the squadron that
someone else had started. My boss soon complained that baseball was
taking up too much of my time, so my baseball manager had me transferred to his
office. I assume that the history, some of which had already been
written, was about that squadron, not the entire constabulary, but I can’t
remember for sure. However, if anyone knows if it was ever finished, I’d
sure like to see a copy. It was a great experience.
Jerry McConnell
jazzirish@valuelinx.net
Edward J McLain
Served IN HQ,HQ CO. 14A/C in Fritzlar and Fulda from July 1950 to Oct.
1953
eddymac@earthlink
Anaheim, CA
Colonel
Albert Caswell Metts, Jr.
Degerndorf
I was in the G-3 section, VI Corps HQ
when it became HQ U.S. Constabulary. After a short time, I was
assigned to the 66th Constabulary Squadron at Degerndorf. I was a
captain and commanded Charlie Troop - the best troop in the Constabulary.
My wife came to Genmany and I have a daughter who was born in Munich. I
returned to the US in 1948 to ROTC duty at The Citadel in Charleston. I
served the Queen of Battle for 30 years and retired in San Antonio in
1973. I served in 12 campaigns, WWII (4), Korea (5), Nam (3). Albert C.
Metts, Jr. Colonel, Infantry, Retired United States Army.
San Antonio, Texas
bametts@freewwweb.com
Harvey
Michael
Weisbaden, Germany
Ms. Moore,
I am greatly impressed with your web site! It brought back many memories as I
scrolled through. I haven't seen all of it, but I look forward to a more
leisurely "scroll" down memory lane when I have the time.
I arrived in Germany in early 1947 if
my memory is correct. I do recall going
to Marburg where I was assigned to the First Con. Brigade Hq in Weisbaden.
I
was sent to radio school in Wetzler and returned to Weisbaden as
a radio
operator. I can still remember the call signs of some of the other units
of
the First Brigade: we(Hq) were 1EN ("one easy nan") ; others
were C49
(charley four niner) and 21J (two one jig). Repetition burned them into my
memory.
I have been a member of the
Constabulary Association for about a year. So far
I have not run across any familiar names. I intend to order a complete roster
of the membership and expect to see some old friends' names on the list.
Thank you for your efforts in
providing this web site. In a way, your dad
becomes "Constabulary" personified, and all of us are honored by what
you
have done.
photo
HarveMacie@aol.com
Edward
Middlekauff
Munich,
Germany
Served at:
Hqtrs (S1) 2nd Constabulary Brigade Saar Kaserne - Munich 1949 -
1952.
I am looking for friends of Trpr Guy Allison.
Edward
ehmidd@msn.com
Posted Feb. 13, 2006
Donald M. Miller
Just returned from the Outpost 5 & 6 Reunion in Lake Geneva Wi.
Decided to look up your website. Thanks for
the information.
Donald
Copley, Ohio
drm2454195@aol.com
George
Molnar
Hersfeld Barracks
I spent 48
months in Hersfeld Germany in the 91 Sqdn D Troop 14th inf reg. 1946 till 1950,
as radio operator and weapons maintenance repair tech. I have been all over the
borders on foot patrols and jeep patrols. I took 6 wks truing at Sonthofen for
Desk & records training in special services. I patrolled along the American
and Russian occupation zones every day.
George Molnar
gvmol2@sbcglobal.net
Karl I. Moore
Rothwesten and Fritzlar, Germany
I served at Rothweston from
February 1947 with the 1st Regiment until the move to Fritzlar and the change
to the 14th Regiment. I was in Hq & Sve troop. I was in the motor pool and
drove the message runs to Brigade with stops in Bad Hersfeld and Geissen. I
later was driver for both Colonel Maloney and Colonel Ryan. I remember many
happy times in Bad Wildungen and at the Edersee. I left Germany via Bremerhaven
in April 1949.
geokar_63@sbcglobal.net
Posted Feb. 2006 and updated Feb. 10,
2009
Roy Moore
Lenggries, Germany and the Bavarian Alps.
I served in 1945 - 1946, in and around Lenggries, Germany and the Bavarian
Alps.
I was assigned to the 2nd Calvary when I first got there; but a few month
later we became the 2nd Constabulary. I sure would like to hear
from Lt.
William Lockart and Corp J.W. Fister, or any one who served in this area in
1946 & 47. I near 80 years old and live in Hokes Bluff, AL.
I still would like to hear from any one who served in and around Lenggries,
Germany and the Bavarien Alps in 1945 - 1946.
Thanks for any help you can give, God Bless America.
roy2778@bellsouth.net
Update Feb. 19, 2007
Bill Morrison
Munich
I was with Gen. Hobart R Gay's HQ 2d
Constabluary Brigade in Munich from May 46 until Dec 46
when I was sent to the 21 day direct commissioning "course" at Seckenheim. Retired as
0-6 from USAF.
Enjoyed your web entries.
Thanks.
Oklahoma
mowaco@OUTearthlink.net
John {Jack} Mullen
Fuessen and Nuremburg
I was in A Btry. 70th. F.A.BN. in Fuessen and Nuremburg
from 1949 until 1952. I would like to hear anyone who was in the
outfit during that period. I am in outpost 8 and live in theSeattle area.
23004 100 Ave.S.E.
Kent,Washington
JIMULLN@WEBTV.NET
Lawrence
R. Munyon
Boblingen,
Germany
I was a member of the U.S.
Constabulary from 1948 to 1952 as a member of the
54th Combat Engineer Battalion stationed at the Panzer Kaserne in Boblingen,
Germany. I am a member in good standing with out post 8 of the United
States Constabulary Association.
Trooper Lawrence R. Munyon 1st Sgt. Retired
lrmunyon@softcom.net
Robert
[Bob] Nilsen
Wetzlar,
Germany
I entered the Army in Portland Maine in 1949. Took basic training
with the 9th Div at Ft Dix N.J. and went overseas on the troop ship George
W. Gothels. After a miserable winter crossing arrived at the replacement center
in Marburg Germany for assignment in the Constabulary in January 1950. My
unit was Service Battery 517th Field in Wetzlar. Later moved to Bodega and unit
redesignated 517th Armored Field. Like all units most of the time was in the
field or border assignments. My 3 year tour was up in December 1952 and
was separated on 12/21/52, but served the next 30 years in the active reserve
retiring in August 1985. My civilian career was in the Insurance business
in New Jersey. In 1976 my wife and I took a vacation to Alaska and loved
it so much we returned every year. Finally I retired from business and we moved
here permanently in 1993. By that time my whole family had moved up. We
have two sons and one
daughter plus four Grandchildren all living either in Eagle River or 20
miles North in Wasilla. I am happy I cut out the article in the VFW
magazine regarding the Constabulary Association which I joined.
After purchasing the list of members I found a close friend that I had entered
the Army with, took basic with and spent 3 years in the same unit.
I would be happy to hear from any Trooper.
God Bless you all.
Trooper Robert [Bob] Nilsen
517th Armored Field
19434 Middleton Loop, Eagle River Alaska 99577.
eagle2@alaska.net
WALTER C. PALMER
DEGGENDORF
AND REGENSBURG GERMANY
I WAS ASSIGNED TO HQS CO 3RD BN 6TH AC REGT AT BOTH DEGGENDORF AND
REGENSBURG GERMANY 1950-1952. WAS THE 3RD BATTALION RADIO
CHIEF.MADE STAFF SGT AND
GOT DIS-CHARGED IN 1952.
Waltpal@prodigy.net
JEXIE REED
Stuttgart, Germany
I was in72nd Sqd. 10th Reg. in 1946 in Stuttgart, Germany. I remembered Capt. Walter J. Gonwa M.D. of Christman, IL and recently read in the bulletin that he has passed away. He came once to see me while I was in the hospital.
I was born in Miami, Florida. My tour in the Army was from 1944 to 1952. I took basic at Fort McClellan, Al. If anyone remembers me, please contact me through e-mail, I would like to hear from you.
I went by several names -- Jack, Doc. You may pass any of this on as I am on Webtv and not a computer.
I am a life long member in the US Constabulary Association.
Trooper Jexie Reed
Tuscaloosa,
Al
Bernard Reich
Schwabach, Germany
I served
with the 53rd constabulary squadron, Schwabach, Germany in 1946 as
a radio operator,
technician 4th grade.
perrypops@aol.com
Ralph Reich
Wetzler, Wileheim, Augsburg, Amburg, and Grafenwohr
Served in Wetzler, Wileheim, Augsburg, Amburg, and Grafenwohr from May
1947 to May 1953.
Third Constabulary Regiment (Provisional training), 37th Sqdn, D Troop, 68th
Sqdn, C Troop, Tank Company 3rd Bn, 2d ACR, Tank Co 1st Bn,
2d ACR.
Thank you,
Ralph Reich
rjandjudyann@comcast.net
OP 2
Updated
June 1, 2007
Asa
H. Reid
Fritzlar,
Germany
I Served
with the US Constabulary at Fritzlar & Fulda from 1948 to 1952.
I was in B Troop 1st Sqdn. 14th Armored Cav. Regt.
I was the 3rd Brigade CSM Command Sergeant Major 2nd Armor Division Fort Hood
Tx. prior to serving in Vietnam
with the 4th Infantry Div. 1st Sqdn 10th Cav. 1969-1970. as the Sqdn. Command
Sergeant Major, CSM-E9.
I retired Aug.1970 and settled down in Huntsville, AL. with my Wife
Frieda and 3 Children .
Asa
H. Reid.
AsaReid@aol.com
Click here to see Photo
Albert
Reviello
Neustadt, Germany
I was
stationed in Neustadt Germany from June 1946 to July 1947.
12th Constabulary Squadron
I was on patrol for a few months then took upon the job of runnnig the Enlisted
club. I also ran the Officers club for a month.
The C.O. of the 12th Constabulary Squadron was Lt. Col Goodall and my C.O. was
Cpt. Printup Hq. Co.
Albert Reviello
OP 2
AReviello@aol.com
A. L. Rhea
Bad Hersfeld
My
Dad, A. L. Rhea was stationed with the 24th Constab
Squadron in Bad Hersfeld, D Troop I believe,
and is a member of Outpost 8 of the US Constabulary Association. He's
retired and lives in Bakersfield with my Mom. He's
really proud of his Constab days, and his military service. He doesn't
have a computer, but I'd be honored to forward any
e-mail or other information to him, he'd really enjoy that. Irene, you've
done an outstanding job with this website, I was looking for information for a
display for the next Outpost 8 reunion in May, and you've come through! Thank
you so much!
ronrhea@hotmail.com
John M Rizzo
I served in I Company, 3rd Battalion, 6th AC
1948-52.
brizzo@worldnet.att.net
Everett, WA
William
Robarge
Regensburg
I was stationed in Regensburg
1949 - June 1952.
I would like to hear from anyone in the
H company third batt. 6arc
Bill Robarge
brobarge@camcast.net
Joseph
G. Rogers
Bad
Hersfeld, Germany
Served with Co G, 3rd Bn, 14AC 1952 and 1953. Bad Hersfeld
Constabulary --Later 7th Army.
Great web site, it brings back lots of memories
Joseph
Syracuse, New York
105@aol.com
Bruce H Ross
Lenggries, Degerndorf
Jul 1946-Oct 1947
B Trp 2 ND Constabulary Squadron, 2nd Constabulary Regiment, Lenggries,
Germany assigned as Pvt left as Cpl
Oct 1947-Aug 1948
CTrp 66th Constabulary Squadron, 2nd Constabulary Regtiment, Degerndorf,
Germany assigned as Cpl., left as Sgt.
bross@knology.net
Marvin
Rottenberg
Berlin, Germany
S-2, 16th Constabulary Squadron
(Sep)
Berlin, Germany 1946-1947
I belong to Outpost 4.
LTC(USA)Ret
Albert Sallustio
Fussen,
Germany
I enlisted in N.Y.City in 1946, took basic at Ft. Dix, N.J. Sent overseas in May
1947 and assigned to the 35th
Constabulary Sqdn in Fussen, Germany. Bavaria was a beautiful part
of Germany. We could see Neuschwanstein Castle in the distance every morning
while standing formation. Many years later it became the symbol for Disneyland.
In addition to regular duties while in "D" Troop,I also played on the
35th Sqdn baseball team. Sent to Augsburg when the 35th Sqdn was absorbed
into the 42nd Sqdn, 2nd ACR still with "D" Troop and performing
regular Trooper's duties. Re-assigned to the states and discharged in 1948.
Keep up the wonderful work you are accomplishing on this web page. Thank you.
Presently enjoy seeing fellow troopers at our Outpost 8 Reunions of the
Constabulary Association.
Are there any other troopers who served with the 35th or in "D"
troop, 42nd Constab?
roberta@softcom.net
Phil
Sandoval
Fritzlar
Just discovered this site and I think many people have done a tremendous
job in getting it all together. Irene, this is one of the best sites I have
seen, if not the best. Congratulations on a super job.
Yes, memories of Fritzlar, BW, Kassel, Edersee just keep flooding back.
Phil (Sandy) Sandoval
Anyone that remembers me, please get in touch..
Click here to read a
short story about Phil.
Twain Harte, CA
psandoval@mlode.com
Remo
P Sabetti
72nd sqd 10th regt 46 to 48
I received the Lighting Bolt today and I am a Life Member.
Served with the 72nd sqd 10th regt 46 to 48 then changed to
the 1st recon co I st inf div. an retired from the service. I think this
is great.
Mt Washington, KY
SabettiS@aol.com
Harry
H Sandin Jr.
Landshut
Bavaria
I
was stationed in Landshut Bavaria from 1949-52. Had a lot of trips
w/
the 74th FA Bn. to Vilsec/Grafenwor & Lengriese. Attended
cook/bakers school. [Looking for Sal Riena, Brooklyn].
Staten
Island, N.Y./Naples,Fl
email:
hsandin123@embarqmail.com
Lonnie
Sandy
Fussen and Nurnberg.
Was very surprised and pleased to find a site devoted to the US
Constabulary. During all these years of asking questions about this fine
organization, I thought I was the only one who knew of its existance.
Guess I should "surf" the net more often. I was assigned to Svc Btry,
70th FA Bn between May 1950 to January 1952 at Fussen and Nurnberg. At that
time I reenlisted for the Military Police from which I retired 19 years later
(I joined the Army in Jan 1949 at the ripe age of 16.
Saw several individuals in your site who were at Fussen and will be contacting
them. Thank you very much for establishing this site, I hope you realize
how important it is for an "old" Circle C Cowboy like me.
sandy8002@msn.com
Summerfield, FL
updated: July 26, 2006
Everett Schraan
Wetzlar,
Germany
3rd
Constabulary Regt'l Band 1945-1947
It was the late
winter of 1947 and we had to proceed to the 81st Constabulary Squadron at
Fulda. General Harmon was coming to review the troops. We had our trooper boots
shined to the hilt with white gloves and all. We rode up from Wetzlar in I
think they were called 6 by's. About 10 steps and we were a muddy mess. I will
not complain because it was better duty then being up at Bastogne 1 and 1/2
years earlier. The Band also serviced what I think was the 37th Constabulary
Squadron in a town called Wielburg.
E-mail
schraan@frontiernet.net
Tony Schindler
Nettetal, Germany
Tony wrote: Anybody of the
81st Squadron around ?. I was with the 81st and was stationed in FULDA,
Germany. The 81st was in Fulda from 1946 to 1948. Greetings to Chuck Shoemaker,
Marvin Martin, Frank Stephenson and Ray Billhorn. Like to hear from you
click here to visit the 81st Sq.
A note from the Editor - Tony died
2002
May he rest in peace.
Bob Schmohr
Landshut and Fussen
Updated July 26, 2010
I
served with the 35th Tank Battalion in Landshut and moved to Fussen.
In 1946 we became the 35th Constabulary. I was in Hq troop.
I am looking for John Harper, Clarence Miller, ? Rutherford.
I came home in late Sept 1946
deebob3@gmail.com
C. Max Shuey
Darmstadt,
Germany
I served in Headquarters Troop, 27th Constabulary Squadron in Darmstadt
, 1946 to 1948 as a radio operator
California
maxnpat2@aol.com
Kenneth L Skaggs
Heidelberg and Vahingon Germany
updated
Jan., 15, 2005
I
served in the US Constabulary 1946-1948.
I was in the 7776 Horse platoon 2nd regiment headquarters troop. I was
stationed in Heidelberg and Vahingon Germany and was discharged in 1948.
I am now living in Tucson, Arizona
retffken@gmail.com
Galen H.
Smith
Augsburg, Germany
I was in the 5th Constabulary Headquarters on the initial organization of the
group. That was even before they moved to Augsburg. This was at Gablingen Air
Base outside Augsburg. I was with Willard Wimer and Don Stolts in the
regimental office with Capt. Blair C Minthorn and Major James Cutter. We had
two full colonels at the time named James Handy, one with a permanent rank and
another with a temporary rank. The one with the temporary rank was later sent
back to attend the War College. My stay was short but one I will never forget
as well as the good friends I made in the regiment.
My email address is:
Galen H. Smith
galusmith@bellsouth.net
Sidney Smith
Augsburg, Germany
I was in the 42nd Constabulary Sq stationed in Augsburg Germany
from January 1947 - April 1948. Would be interested in hearing from
other squadron members.
Greenville Mississippi
rcottonrow@tecinfo.com
Gene Snowden
Rodach,
Noustat, Sonnenberg
I was a member of A Troop, 6th. Sqd. from Nov. 1946 to March 1947. I was in the class as an instructor.
Thanks,
Gene
wandagene@frontier.com
Posted Feb. 2, 2006
GEORGE STATHAKES
Gablingen, Germany, 1945-46
stationed in Gablingen, Germany, 1945-46. We were the 1st in the United States
Constabulary in Germany.
I see no reference to the 74th. I am looking for any names of buddies in the
74th.
Thank you so much, "pfc" George Stathakes
PHOTO
posted July 4, 2006
PAUL
STERN
Sweinefort,
Germany
I WAS A
TROOPER IN 1945-1946 IN SWEINEFORT GERMANY,
I WAS TRANSFERED TO THE UNIT FROM THE 3RD. ID.
OUR HEAD QUARTERS WAS IN FRITZLAR.
I WAS THE MESS SERGENT FOR THE PRISNORS OF WAR THAT WORKED FOR US IN THE ORD.
SHOPS.
I BELEIVE OUR UNIT WAS THE 27th Sqd. CONST. REG.
PAUL STERN
Ph. 609-487-0694
Email: Paulzadie27@aol.com
ROBERT
STONER
LANDSHUITN, GERMANY
I WAS IN LANDSHUITN GER. 47-50 WITH D TROOP & HDQ TROOP. I SEE
THAT A TROOPER
PERKINS, P.W & ALSO BENNETT , R I, WAS ALSO IN THE SPECIAL
POLICE, WORKED DOWN TOWN NEXT TO THE RIVER.
BOBSTONER72@COMCAST.NET
612 BUENA VISTA
LAKE ORION, MI 48362
Harry T.
Stout
Kassel,
Rothwestern, and Witzenhousen Germany
I
served in A troop 11th squad. in Kassel and Rothwestern, also in Witzenhousen.
I went to auto mechanics school in Eschwege in 1946 and I returned to the
zi in 47. I was recalled to active duty in 1950 and sent to Korea.
Thanks for all your hard work.
Harry T. Stout CML
watauga21@earthlink.net
Member
of the United States Constabulary Association
Posted Oct. 4, 2005
AIME A. THOMAS ISG USA RET
Bremenhaven
And Augsburg
1946 I was stationed in Bremenhaven and end up in
Augsburg in 1951,. Regards and Take Care, Trooper Tom, 74th Sq,5th
Regt,to 2d Sq 2d Regt 46-51
Florida..............Born in Brooklyn, Conn
tomsal@citrus.infi.net
Photo
Charles L. Thompson
81st
Constab. Sqdrn. B Troop
I was with the 81st until the unit was deactivated. I was then transfered
to the 91/22 Sqdrn until I rotated
home in November 1948. I would like to locate James Turner of B
troop 81st Constabulary Squadron and Harold Cowart also of B troop. Anyone
knowing these gentlemen please contact me as they were friends of mine and have
lost track of them. They are not members of the Association but maybe someone
out there knows them.
I would like to hear from fellow Constabulary members from the era 1946
through 1948
and from any of the guys in these units during that period and how many
remember
the infamice 100 mile march.. Those were the glory days.
Thank you Irene for being such
a friend and helper of the Association.
Photo
From: Virginia
thompeqe@aol.com
Al Thumsuden
Kitziken
Bio.
I was in Kitziken in D Troop 10th Constabulary from 1946 to
1947. Before
that I was in the 15th Infantry doing border patrol.
alt28@bellsouth.net
James W. Tiencken
Hessental and Augsburg Germany
I was a member of the Constabulary
Force from 1946 to 1948 when I left in the latter part of Nov. to come
back to the states for discharge in Feb, 1949. I was stationed in two
places during my time over there, first in a place called Hessental and
later in Augsburg with the Second Calvary. I can't for the life of me
remember the units I guess old age is catching up to me. I am a member of
Outpost 4 of the Constab. Association. I recently went to my first Outpost 4
reunion in Chattanooga. I am looking for any information on how to find out
what units I was in.
Jacksonville, FL
jtiencken@aol.com
Raymond
E Urbanski
Coburg, Friedberg and Bad Hersfeld
I
joined the Army Feb. 1950, took basic training at Ft Knox Kentucky. Most
of my unit was in the first big push in Korea and are no longer with us.
Since I applied for clerk typist school, I did not go to Korea, instead after
completion of the school I was sent to Coburg, Germany and was assigned
to Tank Company, 3rd Battalion, 14th Armored Cavalry Regiment and was
the Personnel Clerk. Our battalion was moved to Friedberg and then to
Bad Hersfeld and in early part of 1953, myself along with 15 others were
transferred to the 510th tank Battalion in Mannheim, Germany. In 1955 I was
assigned to Tank Company, 2nd Bn, 3rd A/C and Gyroscoped between Bamberg, Ger
and Ft GeoG Meade, Md until 1959 at which time I decided to call it quits. A
lot has happened in my life in those 50 years. My daughter was born in 1957,
98th General Hosp, Nurnberg and now I have 3 grandsons, 1 granddaughter and 1
great grandson 2 yrs old. God bless each and every one of you regardless
of which unit you were in. In 1950 while I was with Tank Co 3rd Bn 14th A/C we
had our Christmas dinner in the mess hall in Friedberg, Ger. I sent the menu
which had a roster of the entire company, Officers and Enlisted men to my
mother and when she died I found it in her papers. Anyone interested in a copy
of it just let me know. I also have a web page that you may be interested
in and that is www.excelir.com/raymart where you will find my home phone number
and address. Thanks for you time.
Mesquite, Texas
Photos and Roster
raymesquite@yahoo.com
This e-mail address has been update Nov. 29, 2009
Donald Votaw
Degerndorf
I was assigned to 3rd.
battalion. 6th Armored Calvary Service Co/HQ.
I served from 12/24/49 until
12/8/52. The first year in Degerndorf (in the middle of the alps)
and last 2 in Regensburg. I was a tank Mechanic. I got married in
Regensburg in 1951 and still married to her. Its a funny thing but I have
not thought about the Constab until I came across this web site. Yesterday I
bought a new computer desk, and when I opened box of hardware I found a
"Circle C" patch on the bottom of box.
I found this site looking
for hotel rooms In Kassel Germany.
( Irene seems like a very nice
girl.)
RA 27862820 Fond du Lac, WI.
Email updated Dec., 17, 2010
James
W [Bill] Vaughn
Straubing, Germany
I served at Straubing Germany in the Constabulary from 1949
until 1952. I played on the Battalion Baseball team.
I was ordered to Fort Knox in 1952 to train draftees for the
Korean war.
Acting Sergeant ,the Army was cash strapped, James W
(Bill)Vaughn Ra 14315240
4117 Napa Loop Roseville Caif. 95747
email--betbill@accessbee.com
Don Wagner
Bad Hersfeld, Germany
I took a radio refresher course in
Fritzlar in 1948.
Completed radio operator's course in Rothwesten aroung May 1947,
then went to 91st Constab in Bad Hersfeld. Married a gal from Sontra and
we're still together. Spend about three months a year in Sontra and visit Bad
Hersfeld and Kassel quite often. Kassel sure changed since I first visited
there in 1947. Remember there was a brewery named A Kropf Braueiri, used to
trade cigarettes for good beer out of a can. At that time it was being made for
Amercans only. Some memories. Bad Hersfeld hasn't changed too much and the
clock on top of Headquarters building is still running.
Carmel, California
I want to thank you all for
putting this web site together,
as I know how difficult and
time consuming it can be. It is historical and I
hope the younger generation
will see it and realize how much effort we GIs
put in both in war and peace
time. Without standing on a political platform I
sincerely wish the congress
and our senators and representatives would also
recognize our efforts and
keep the promises that the services made to us when
we were young and gullible
recruits. On our fight for freedom, we must praise
those who didn't make it
through and support those who did.
Don Wagner
E-Mail
Majordunde@aol.com
Junior Ray
Ward
1946
Austria
I served in the 24th US
Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron - Troop C (Mechanized Cavalry)
and later the unit changed to the 24th US Constabulary Squadron.
My troop was in the VE Day parade that took place on May 8,1946 in Salzburg,
Austria.
We were also called the DC (District Constabulary). Before the parade the
color of our vehicles was changed from a flat olive drab color to a shiny green
color. When I first arrived in Austria my troop and I were placed in the
town of Bad Shallerbach. We stayed in an old hotel building. Later
we were placed in Enns, Austria and lived in the SS-Baracks. We were most
of the time stationed in Bad Shallerback and Enns but we went back and forth to
many of the towns doing work and guard duty. We were in Steyr a lot of
the time doing work that needed to be done. The headquarters was in
Linz. My unit guarded the bridge in Enns and Linz that crossed the Danube
River. The Americans were on one side of the river and the Russians were
on the other side. The US soldiers were not allowed to go over into the Russian
zone. We worked with the Austrian police. In Steyr we destroyed the
small arms weapons. We were at many of the DP camps in Steyr, Linz, Enns and
the surrounding towns and were in contact with many of the Displaced Persons.
I am attaching a photo of myself taken in
Austria during my stay.
Junior Ray Ward
E-Mail:
martcarr@embarqmail.com
Eugene
Waskiewicz
Fritzlar and Fulda
1948-1949
As I was browsing through my
computer I noticed something I was looking for years . Well that is when
I finished my tour with the 14th Armored Calvary Regiment which I was trying to
trace down . My last duty station was in Fulda Germany. I spent
about four years attached to Service Company. I was in S-4 drawing
supplies for the regiment I had other duties there too. You don' t know
how glad it made me. It was in 1948 or early 1949 my first duty
station was in Fritzlar. Next we moved to Gelnhousen and then to Fulda I
believe our Regimental was Col. Ryan and our 1st Sgt. was Sgt. Philley.
Utica, New York 13502
Eugene e
Waskiewicz
Genski3@aol.com
John
J.Weaver
Augsburg
I
was transfered from
5th Regiment, Friesing, Germany Aug. of 1947
to Headquarters Troop, 2nd Regiment in Augsburg, Germany.
I
would like to hear from anyone who was on the baseball team at Friezing,
Germany 1947. Summer.
I was transferred to Augsburg 2nd reg. Fall.
Would like to hear from any one who played basketball that year for 2nd
reg team 1947 to spring of 1948.
John
J.Weaver
Jwe4366@bex.net
DAN
WEITZEL
I WAS IN THE 6TH CON. C TROOP 1945
- 1946
DWEITZEL@NCCW.NET
Philip
Wexler
Germany
I was transfered to the Constabulary in 1946 when the 9th Div.
went home. Served with E troop & C troop of the 53rd
Squad. I was with the 53rd until May 1949.
Hamburg N Y
Assoc. Article
wex1998@webtv.net
Robert White
Regensburg and Straubing
I was in the 25th squadron headquarters troop. It was formed in Regensburg
and moved to Straubing. I entered Regensburg in June 46 and left
Straubing
Oct. 48 would like to know if there are more on the net from my troop.
Papawquail@aol.com
James C.
Whitaker
Fritzlar,
Germany
l was there in Fritzlar in 1949 and 1950. l was in B co.
Sgt. Parten was the Platoon Sgt. -- Sgt. Claper was the first Sgt. and
Lt. william T. Beech was the Co. Commander. l really had a good time and
I'd really like to get some names from there.
photo
oldjc.1@juno.com
Dick Whitworth
Heidelberg,
Germany
I was in Hq 3rd Army in Heidelberg in 1946 when the Hq US
Constabulary moved in and 3rd Army rotated back to Atlanta, GA.
I was in the AG Section Hq Constab for a while and transferred to the
Public Safety Office (Military Government)
In 1948 I transferred to Labor Supervision where we supervised Polish DP
Guards and later Baltic Engineers until UNRRA resettled them to all parts of
the world. I returned to the U.S. in 1949.
I retired in 1980 as Sergeant Major, also received a direct commission in
Korea
I live in Newport Beach, California
Regards to all Troopers!
Dick Whitworth
MotelREbkr@aol.com
Posted
Oct. 5, 2005
Richard B
Winningham
Fuessen, Germany
Anyone who may have been in the 35th Constabulary Squadron, Fuessen,
Germany 1946-1948 please send me an email me.
aprizham@earthlink.net
Sgt. Robert Wolfe
Kitzigen, Germany 1946
10th
Constabulary Headquarters
Email:
bpwolfe@myvine.com
Posted Jan., 21, 2008
Homer S. [Woody] Wood
Straubing, Germany
1948-1951
I
served with the 25th Constabulary Sqd. at Straubing, Germany and with the 1st
Batt. "C" Co. 6th AMC Reg. I was a driver on a M24 Recon Tank.
My job in the
Constabulary took me around to many towns including guarding the Russian
Border.
Florida is my home state and I am a member of the US Constabulary Association
of OP 4.
I would like to hear from any of my "ole"Constabulary friends.
Email - woodydot@htn.net
Photo
Posted June 13, 2008
Ernie
Worth
Augsburg/ Bamberg
Great site! Former outfit D company 2nd battalion 2nd Armored
Cavalry Augsburg/ Bamberg 1950 to 1952
Indiantown, FL
ernimoly@aol.com
Not any "X " at this time.
Marion
Young
Sonthofen and Babenhausen
B BTRY 519th AFABN 1950-1953
Marion Young of AZ.
Click
here to see Photos of group B BTRY 519
and much more!
ripy@citlink.net
Member of the U.S. Constabulary Association
OP8
Posted
Oct. 4, 2005
Updated Dec. 11, 2006
Sam
Zafran
Fritzlar, Germany
I
was a former member of a trp 10th constab sqdn at Fritzlar
[14 regt constab] was a radio operator. Transferred to 1st brigade late
1948. I served with R.W. Poet and T.C. Koslowski.
Sam
Click here to visit the
page of the 1st brigade
maznarfaz@cox.net
Email updated
June 20, 2008
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