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April 21, 2023 | Volume 47, Number 16

Atlantis

Rising:

by Lt Col Shawn Littleton 65th Air Base Group

What if Atlantis never sank beneath the waves? What if it simply slipped below the waterline of memory, an artifact of past greatness, obscured from the present by the murkiness of misplaced priorities, awaiting rediscovery to deliver secrets of power in a time of crisis? The Azores Archipelago, long connected with the Atlantean myth, promises just such strength at a time when the intensification of Strategic Competition portends coming decades of crisis in the Atlantic region. These islands, full of forgotten strategic potential, are hovering in the mists at the edge of American military consciousness. It is time to bring them back into focus. It is time to raise Atlantis! The transition to Strategic Competition demands a reconsideration of the U.S. posture in the Azores to translate their latent potential into fulfilling the aspirations of Global Campaigning, providing deterrence by denial, and deterrence by resilience.

See ATLANTIS, Pages 2-3

Re-posturing Azores for Era of Strategic Competition

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A clear view of the flightline can be seen from an overlook at Lajes Field, Portugal, Oct. 18, 2022. Out of all the bases in USAFE, Lajes has the largest ramp size compared to any other base in Europe. Photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Jacoby

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ATLANTIS from Page 1

Global Campaigning and the Azores: Emerging Crisis, the Arc of History, and the Sinking of Atlantis

The Atlantic region is on the cusp of a state of strategic crisis resulting from the intensification of Strategic Competition, the new National Defense Strategy envisions Campaigning as the answer to the problem, and the Azores are a necessary part. What exactly is the problem? To synthesize the painfully gained lessons of an entire year of Air War College into one sentence, the “problem” are the barriers that lay between you and your goal, and your strategy is where you apply energy to change trends within a complexly interactive system to overcome the problem and meet that goal. Campaigning as an answer to the problem is more of a philosophical aspiration than a practical answer. It presents a nearly unbounded problem/solution space where a lack of focus foreshadows a dilution of effort that will leave Campaigning as a well-intentioned failure with existential consequences. Campaigning is not an answer, but rather a dare to illuminate and clarify “the problem” for enhanced understanding, enable action by providing specificity in answers, and build consensus around the understanding and the action. The Azores provide a beacon in the darkening storm of the problem/solution space in the Atlantic, but can only turn strategic crisis into ‘enduring advantage’ if postured correctly.

The Atlantic facet of America’s problem is that the region is entering a state of crisis, driving consensus to halt the inertia of military downsizing but creating an open question for the future of a lynchpin location, the Azores. Ongoing Russian hostilities are the proximate cause of concerns when asserting that the Atlantic is on the cusp of crisis, but the ultimate cause is the expansion of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). It may seem a far cry to equate China’s growth as a regional power in the Pacific to posing a credible threat in the Atlantic, but the intersection of two trends makes this prognostication emi-

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nently believable by revealing both opportunity and motive for PRC misdeeds in the Atlantic. First, a decisive, military resolution to the intensifying friction between America and China is unlikely to occur with America striking preemptively or China striking prematurely. Therefore, America will not stop PRC expansion over the next decade but must channel it in a fashion that maintains a favorable relative power balance and upholds the International Rules Based Order (IRBO). Second, there is a strong incentive for China to enter the Atlantic space and evidence that they are acting on it. Stated PRC policy and rates of shipbuilding belie an intent to operate in the Atlantic via a “Polar Silk Road”and possible PRC Atlantic Fleet, with the likelihood that PRC ground forces may exist along the Atlantic coasts of South America and Africa.

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problem to solve. The U.S. presence in the Azores is definitely part of the solution.

The Azores have quietly played an outsized role in the unfolding of world history, and the solution to strategic problems, since their “discovery” by Portugal 600 years ago. The islands aided Portugal’s maritime ascendancy to global power. The Spanish campaign to take them in 1581-1583 was arguably the inflection point where contemporary Strategic Competition truly transitioned from theater warfare to Global Campaigning. It was the first time that European powers fought each other outside of their home theater in a second theater (the Atlantic) to decide control of a third theater (the Americas). The campaign set the record as the largest European force sent overseas, was the largest naval battle away from a continental shelf until the battle of Midway nearly 400 years later, and was the first, contested amphibious assault on the high seas. These record-setting undertakings were not symbolic struggles over honor or fear-driven

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aggression, but coldly-calculated moves for enduring interests. While Spain controlled the Azores, from 1583 to 1642, no other European power succeeded in settling a colony south of Virginia, giving Spain privileged access to a “New World” for resource extraction and demographic expansion to gain a competitive advantage in the ongoing struggle with their Old World adversaries. Access to the Azores provided a strategic advantage in every trans-Atlantic conflict by granting area control of the otherwise permeable air and sea space of the North Atlantic.

The isolation of the Azores provides cost-effective exclusivity in controlling an incredibly valuable section of the global commons. These remote islands sit atop the third densest shipping route in the world and safeguarding it maintains the IRBO, preventing the rise of alternative world orders architected to favor authoritarian states. The islands historically served as a risk reduction platform to help mitigate the danger of distance during technology

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transitions in transportation and communication. For example, the progression from sail to steam to combustion, the proliferation of the airplane, or the evolution of undersea cable networks. As each technology matured, the need for a midway point to resupply, repair, or shelter from both natural and human hostility diminished. This technological maturation caused an explosion in the transmission of value across the Atlantic in the form of both goods and information. So, while the commercial utilization of the Azores eventually decreased, the military utility grew in terms of the ability to either threaten or defend increasingly vital Sea Lines of Communication (SLOCs).As the threats of the Cold War faded, the impetus to maintain a strong presence in the Azores weakened, and the strategic distractions of the Global War on Terrorism shifted emphasis away from great power competition and drew U.S. defense resources away from the islands. The cargo ships sailed past, the sentries slipped away, and the Azores faded from memory… Atlantis sank.

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A member of the Portuguese Air Force, and Tech. Sgt. Stephen Greathouse, 65th Air Base Squadron tower chief controller, prepare for an incoming aircraft at Lajes Field, Portugal, Oct. 18, 2022. The joint operability between the POAF and the USAF ensures the air traffic control tower runs smoothly.

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Re-posturing for the new National Defense Strategy: Deterrence by denial and by resilience

The massive, latent potential of the Azores is dormant, but America can renew the Archipelago’s utility for the collective good with modest re-posturing investments. The arrival of U.S. forces in the Azores during both World War I and II turned the tide in the Atlantic space, providing, or at least accelerating, victory in Europe. Arriving after the wars began arguably made America “late” to the Azores. The enduring presence since World War II was critical to Israel’s survival in the 1973 War, the flow of forces for Desert Storm, and continues to be important for averting World War III. While America still supports the ongoing search and rescue mission of the Portuguese Air Force, beyond that important mission, past choices left America’s current presence in the Azores relegated to act as a low-density transit hub. The remaining U.S. presence in the Azores, all stationed at Lajes Field on the island of Terceira, lack both the manning and infrastructure to effectively meet the demands of modern Strategic Competition.

Posture changes in the Azores can positively affect deterrence by denial in both the immediate vicinity, further abroad, and in the diplomatic sphere. Exclusive access to the Azores allows the creation of an exclusive A2AD bubble in the middle of one of the world’s most highly trafficked flight and shipping corridors. Unlike most of the

A2AD challenges the United States bemoans from competitors like China and Russia, which are overlapping red and blue A2AD bubbles where operation by offensive forces is mutually hazardous, this is a friendly A2AD bubble without much red overlap. The islands also possess the capacity to host friendly-nation forces for coalition action in the area. Increasing the posture in the Azores communicates intent and bolsters deterrent credibility without exacerbating security dilemmas. The dearth of islands along North Atlantic flight and shipping corridors, makes them the only real high ground, and maintaining a credible presence in the Azores forces a dramatically disproportionate investment for an adversary that aspires to do more than selectively and infrequently threaten the highway between North America and Europe/Africa.

If postured correctly, the Azores provide a credible surety that America can project military hard power and economic soft power into Europe and Africa. It isn’t safe to be a nail anywhere the hammer can fall. The Azores allow impressive power projection. There is enough gas there (by my quick, unclassified, back-of-napkin math) for 1200 unrefueled B-2 sorties over most potential conflict zones in Europe and Africa; however, the reach and impact of the hammer is not just what is within reach of the Azores but is also largely a function of throughput for positioning forces to operate elsewhere. Having the Azores as a reliable conduit to

both extend and amplify the U.S. military’s operational reach complicates the decision calculus of adversaries when they attempt to proliferate military assets and economic investments. Without that conduit, the United States has an escalation ceiling imposed upon it for reinforcing Europe. Lajes Field, or to be more precise the Portuguese units at Portuguese Air Base 4 and the American unit operating on it, has the most important assets to enable throughput as vestigial remnants of the Cold War: the largest ramp space, largest fuel storage, and second longest runway in the United States Air Forces Europe. Capitalizing upon this existing infrastructure with minor investments is a cost-effective way to multiply power projection and throughput capacity from the Azores.

The well-informed reader is probably wondering “Why one would even use the Azores for force throughput when modern aircraft have the range and reliability to fly right over it?” There are three important factors to consider. First, any war that requires a high volume of transatlantic force flow will see the main operating airfields at the destination end heavily attacked and facing capacity problems. Second, the Azores are outside of most traditional threat rings. If the Azores are getting nuked, everyone probably has bigger problems. Third, a major war in Europe or against a PRC that has proliferated massive forces through Africa in the coming

decades is not suppliable solely via airlift. Questions of “how much, how fast, at what price” are going to demand strategic sealift, which is much more efficient when one’s ships are not being sunk crossing the mid-Atlantic gap. Much like the current Secretary of the Air Force’s operational imperatives encourage, maintaining the infrastructure and manning in the Azores to rapidly transition to a wartime footing allows midAtlantic area control of the air space and sea space, both on and below the waves. Controlling this area not only facilitates homeland defense as a “first” (and really only) island chain for a worstcase future where enemies could flow across the Atlantic but also allows projection of forces from the American homeland, deterring adversary action in the continents bounding the Atlantic. Being postured to rapidly transition to a wartime footing also provides deterrence by resilience. It provides a secure location for a partial retrograde from Europe, should the need arise, and allows quick and easy reinforcement of the Atlantic boundary spaces. It provides freedom of action that reassures American Partners and Allies that U.S. power projection remains viable at a relevant scale to protect mutual interests. In the words of the new National Defense Strategy, it also helps to affect an adversary’s own perception of the ability to control escalation risk. The Azores provide an economically efficient, positive balance of

power in the Atlantic and contribute to the surrounding spaces. Posturing correctly channelizes Atlantic aspirants into less advantageous real estate. Beyond just the balance of power comes a balance of agility. The options it enables provides excellent possibilities for flexible deterrence or flexible response options, meaning that any adversaries are accepting immense risk if attempting to operate in a space where America enjoys escalation dominance.

Atlantis Rising

The Azores, the forgotten Atlantis, still hold immense power. As Strategic Competition intensifies and Atlantis rises back above the waterline of memory and strategic relevance, America must rediscover this lost stronghold. Modest changes in the posture of U.S. forces and infrastructure in the Azores promise immense advantages in today’s dramatically changing security environment. The military posture in the islands meters the throughput of expeditionary forces, directly affecting the credibility of deterrence by denial or resilience abroad. It serves as a first line of defense for trans-oceanic aggression and either guards or threatens the third densest shipping route in the world. U.S. presence there positively affects relations with allies and the decision calculus of adversaries, but the posture determines the magnitude of that impact. It is time to take a serious look at that posture… it is time to raise Atlantis!

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STATE OF THE ART: Niedersachsen and Bremen

by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Many members of the Kaiserslautern Military Community have found temporary or even permanent homes in one of the many villages and towns surrounding Kaiserslautern in the heart of Rheinland-Pfalz. You may already be familiar with your immediate vicinity, but there is much more to explore and experience at your “home away from home”.

State of the Art is a series introducing Germany as a whole, but also highlighting an individual state or “Bundesland” every month.

After the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, East and West Germany reunited in 1990. The Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany) included the states of Rheinland-Pfalz, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Hessen, BadenWürttemberg, Bayern, Niedersachsen, Schleswig-Holstein, the City States of Bremen, Hamburg as well as West Berlin, in its geographically isolated location. The small state of Saarland remained under French government until 1957.

The states of Brandenburg, Thüringen, Sachsen-Anhalt, Brandenburg, Sachsen, MecklenburgVorpommern belonged to the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) with East Berlin as its capital.

Since reunification Berlin has been the capital again and seat of the Federal Parliament (Bundestag) and the representative body of the states (Bundesrat). Olaf Scholz of the majority Social Democratic

Party (SPD) is the elected Federal Chancellor.

According to a 2022 census, Germany’s population has increased to 84 million inhabitants. This includes about one million Ukrainian refugees, making up the largest group of foreigners in the country, followed by Syrians with 750,000 people.

This month our journey will lead us to the state of Niedersachsen and the City State of Bremen.

Hold your horses

Niedersachsen calls itself a state with far-sighted vision. It is the second largest state with a population of eight million and a size of 47,709 square kilometers. Stephan Weil of the Social Democratic Party is the Minister President and has been in office since February 2013.

Niedersachsen has a diverse landscape with extensive green pastures, rolling hills and a 600-km-long coastline along the North and the Baltic Seas. The Harz mountain range is the highest in northern Germany. As depicted on its coat of arms, it is also a land of horses.

There are more than 220,000 horses in the state with equestrian businesses, countless studs, farms that offer horse-back vacations, race and trotting tracks, dressage arenas and betting businesses. Many companies produce equipment and veterinary care makes up a substantial part of the revenue. Several famous German trotting and dressage riders, among them Olympic medal winners, come from the state.

Elaborate gardens and Hochdeutsch Hannover is the capital of the state and the largest city with 534,000 inhabitants. There is a large number of German dialects, but the residents of Hannover are known to speak the purest German of all, Hochdeutsch (high German) which a German speaker can detect in a split second.

Hannover is famed for its elegant gardens from the days of the Imperial Electors and Kings of Hanover. The Great Garden in a Baroque French style was laid out by Electress Sophia of Hanover in the 17th century. It has a palace with sculptures, fountains, a maze, an orangery and a stage for musical performances. Further gardens are the Berggarten, a world leading botanical garden and Georgengarten in an English style.

Its two town halls are well worth a visit. The old town hall, built in the 15th century, is in Northern German red brick Gothic style. The new town hall, which was constructed at the beginning of the 20th century, is in a theatrical historic style and resembles more of a palace than an administrative building. Large parts are open to the public with models depicting Hannover at different periods in history. An elevator takes visitors to a 100-meter-high platform for a spectacular view over the city.

A visit to the “Altstadt” is also worthwhile in the Kröpcke shopping district with its famous clock. There are several interesting art museums, the Landesmuseum invites you to a

world tour and you can try out a career as airline pilot in a simulator at the “Erlebniswelt Hannover Airport.”

Fans of miniature landscapes may enjoy the Playmobil museum. The Expo 2000 took place in Hannover and several trade fairs and technological displays are held annually. The Maschsee, a popular recreation area, offers a maritime atmosphere and is venue for a festival every summer, while an international fireworks competition is scheduled in 2023. For a safari in the middle of Europe, located within Germany’s largest heather park Lüneburger Heide, check out the Serengeti Park with 1,500 animals such as lions, giraffes, rhinos and more, visit https://www.lueneburger-heide.de or for more discoveries https://www.visit-hannover.com/en

City of the Lion

Braunschweig, the “city of the lion” is the second largest city with 248,000 inhabitants. Its origins date back to the 9th century and under Heinrich der Löwe the city quickly developed into a mighty and influential business metropolitan. A statue of a mighty lion is located at the castle square in the historic district. Today the region around Braunschweig is a significant European location for science and research centers and recently a total 9.5% of the German gross domestic product was invested in research. It is also home to the atomic clock which precisely measures time up to a split second, with a one second deviation in one million years.

The surrounding area is

famous for its horse races called “Fahnenjagen,” best translated to “chasing flags.” The objective is for riders to gallop up to a rope with a ring hanging from it and to snatch the ring with a long pole. In various rounds the rings get smaller and the rider with the most points is crowned the “König/in” (king/queen) for a year. Visit: https://www.braunschweig. de/english.

Cruise ships in the middle of nowhere?

Papenburg is an enchanting small city along the Ems River in the western part of the state. Its medieval city center along canals aligned with fisher boats will charm visitors with a surprisingly maritime atmosphere. It is best known for its shipping industry and has one of the largest wharfs in the world, specialized in building large cruise ships. The Meyer Werft has constructed ships such as the “Disney Wish” and a new LNG powered ship of a German cruise line left the docks last year. Hundreds of onlookers gathered to watch the 16-deck ships make their way down the shallow and narrow Ems River to sail the seven seas. Don’t miss out on an exciting tour of the wharf: https:// www.meyerwerft.de/en/visitors.

Moin!

Travelling further west in the state we will reach in a unique area called Ostfriesland (East Frisia). Germans sometimes joke about the somewhat “different” personality of the inhabitants there, who have

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a regional language of their own. A regular German speaker cannot understand “Plattdeutsch,” basically a wild mixture of German, English, Dutch and otherwise unknown. Words such as “Fehn” (a swampy area) or “Siel” (a small water inlet) are not part of regular German. Ostfriesland is located south of the German bight in the North Sea and is a land of swamps, canals, historic windmills and dikes. It is popular for beach vacations and part of the National Reserve “Wattenmeer” (Wadden Sea).

The Wattenmeer is a 11,500 square kilometer nature protected area that stretches up to Denmark along the west coast. Due to the extreme tide, up to three meters of water draw back during low tide and set free an amazing undersea world with crabs, worms and an array of plants. Wandering in the Watt is very popular, but should always be done with a guide, as many a wanderer has drifted out to sea or stranded on a sandbank when the strong tide unexpectedly rolled in.

Charming fisher village Gretsiel has become a popular tourist spot. Quaint shops sell maritime fashion and souvenirs, restaurants and kiosks offer “Krabbenbrötchen” (shrimp sandwich) or Ostfriesentee, a specialty tea in the region. The town is lined with red brick houses, a small port and shrimp trawlers. The cities of Emden and Leer are also well worth a visit and the first German LNG (liquid gas) terminal was recently opened in Wilhelmshaven.

There are seven islands called “oggs” with white beaches strung like a pearl necklace along the German Bight. Ferries will take you to the islands, some of them are car-free and great for hiking and biking over the dunes, while nostalgic trains transport visitors to the small towns. The word “ogg” is also a part of the Plattdeutsch language and means “island.” “Moin!” is a practical way of saying “good morning,” “good afternoon” and “good evening” and can be used anywhere in northern Germany. For details, see, https://ostfriesische-inseln.de.

Hanseatic Bremen and its town musicians

The “Freie Hansestadt Bremen” (Free Hanseatic City of Bremen) is Germany’s smallest state and completely embedded in the State of Niedersachsen. It is merely comprised of the two cities of Bremen and Bremerhaven, geographically separated by a small stretch of Niedersachsen in between.

Unlike other German states, Bremen does not have a “Landtag” (state parliament) but rather a Senate, made up of 100 senators. The head of state is Andreas Bovenschulte, entitled President of the Senate and Mayor of Bremen, and has been in office since 2019.

The complete state has a size of 400 square kilometers and a total population of 569,000. The special Hanseatic status is based on the Hanseatic League, a commercial and defensive confederation of merchant

guilds and market towns developed in the 12th century. Port cities awarded a Hanseatic status held special market rights and brought wealth, prosperity and prestige in the following centuries. Other Hanseatic cities are Hamburg, Lübeck and Rostock along the Baltic Sea.

Bremen is well known for the story of its musicians, based on the fairytale by the Brothers Grimm published in 1819. Meanwhile the animals have become symbolic on their own and pedestrian lights in the city depict the four figures.

The story tells of an old donkey who can no longer carry heavy loads and is set to be sold. Therefore, he runs away and decides to become a town musician. Along the way he encounters an old dog, a weary cat and a rooster that can barely crow. On their journey through the woods, they discover a house full of robbers, scare them out by making a horrible ruckus as “musicians” and sit down at the richly set table. They enjoy it so much that they decide to stay. The story is symbolic of the lives of the simple folk of the time, old and no longer useful servants and exhausted maids, who spent their lives serving the rich.

The “Altstadt” in Bremen with its medieval guild houses and a statue of the four, is definitely a point of interest. Legend has it, if you touch the leg of the donkey, you get a wish. The Schnoorviertel is the oldest city section with cobble stone alleys and unique shops. The Schlachte in the heart of the city is located directly along the Weser River. As a former

port it now houses a multitude of restaurants, bars and pubs as well as beer gardens during the summer. Boat tours along the Weser River are a popular pastime and a night in a hotel ship may be an exciting adventure. For more inspiration visit: https://www.bremen.de/tourismus.

A voyage to the New World Speaking of ports, the first documentation of an early settlement in “Lehe” (now a city section) dates back to 1275. But, unlike most German cities, Bremerhaven is a young city and was officially founded in 1827 about 65 km north of Bremen near the mouth of the Weser River. With waves of emigrants heading to the New World, the passenger port in Bremen became too small to handle the masses. A new port was built in 1854 and eventually developed into the largest emigrant port in Europe, known as Columbus Kai.

Today the joint port, both in Bremen and Bremerhaven, is the second largest in Germany after Hamburg. It has eight individual terminals, including a cargo port, a cruise ship terminal, a fishing terminal and the automobile terminal with a gigantic parking lot, where 95,000 cars can be parked for further handling. Bremerhaven may also ring a bell as most vehicles and household goods shipped from the United States reach their destination there. A total of 69.7 million tons of goods were handled in the year 2022, reaching an almost pre-pandemic level.

Bremerhaven itself is not the most

picturesque city, but it holds a treasure chest full of cultural heritage, history and climate in its “Hafenwelten” (harbor worlds). The “Deutsches Auswandererhaus” (German Emigration Center) has historical records and ship manifests for over a century of emigration. Over 7.2 million people boarded ships to the New World in the 19th and 20th centuries. At the museum you can embark on a journey through time and experience an astonishing interactive museum or trace your roots in the genealogy section. https://www.dah-bremerhaven.de/en/experience.

Another venue to tour the world is the “Klimahaus” (Climate house), which offers an exciting adventure under the slogan “nine places, five continents, one planet.” It is a mixture between a science center and a theme park and takes you on a tour though different climate zones, countries and continents along the eighth longitude. https://www.klimahausbremerhaven.de/en.

The old harbor is full of historic ships, the “Schifffahrtmuseum” also has vessels, such as the “Bremer Kogge“ built in 1380. The “Zoo am Meer” features sea animals and a stroll along the dike with impressive cranes, cargo and cruise ships in the distance and a view of the enchanting Pingel lighthouse may round off your stay. You can also hop on a harbor cruise with a fresh salty breeze. For detailed information about Bremerhaven, also see https:// www.kaiserslauternamerican.com/ hafenwelten-in-bremerhaven/.

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86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron makes history

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron embarked on the Air Force’s first-ever AE paramedic-led flight in charge of an all-enlisted medical crew at Ramstein Air Base, April 6.

Since the 1970s, AE flight crews have consisted of at least one commissioned nurse and an enlisted medical technician. With this program, the strict requirement that a nurse must be on the mission was eliminated. An all-enlisted crew allows for AE squadrons to use emergency medicine field paramedics to provide care in the air, which combines the skills of nurses and medical technicians. The Air Force will now be able to send out more teams - even when manning is limited.

“This will help us be even more ready for the fight,” said Col.Vanessa Moses, 86th AES commander. “It will provide us with a larger team to pull from and increase our availability to run specific missions with a crew that holds a specific skill set.”

Tech. Sgt. Brendon Bowman, 86th AES flight examiner and emergency medical paramedic, explained the initial idea was created by Chief Master Sgt. David Denton in 2017, but the program was executed by Bowman and Tech. Sgt. Coley Kicklighter, 60th AES paramedic element non-commis-

sioned officer in charge at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., in 2021.

This program took two years and a team of diverse leaders to come to fruition, explained Bowman. Some major players included members from U.S. Air Forces in Europe and U.S. Air Mobility Command.

Chief Master Sgt. Britton Adams, Defense Health Agency joint trauma system flight chief, who was on the

initial team that launched the program, noted the importance of this movement in regard to a combatant command and how this will aid in bridging the gap between wartime scenarios and proper medical care.

As an Airman in the 86th AES, it is their job to pick up patients in whatever medical condition they may be in and provide them with transportation and care to ensure they reach a loca-

tion that can provide them with the highest level of care.

“With manning being limited and squadrons only having so many available nurses to be sent out, we can increase the availability of members and teams who can assist and still provide the highest level of care,” said Bowman. “If we ever get to a point where we need to deal with a mass casualty incident, we have created a

program that allows more medical crews to go out in hopes to save more lives.”

To ensure the success of the program, Bowman and Kicklighter worked with Chief Master Sgt. Dejnekki Peyton, AMC aeromedical evacuation consultant, when presenting a paramedic and scope of practice protocols and creating skill sustainment platforms to ensure every paramedic stays proficient in their paramedic medical care.

Bowman's hard work has paid off and he is leading the first ever all enlisted medical team flight.

“I cannot say it enough — It is the team of people working with and beside me to make this happen,” Bowman said. “This is literally something that will directly lead to lives being saved and future conflicts being treated differently from the medical aspect.”

After mission completion, Bowman and Tech. Sgt. Alexander Stinauer, 86th AES aeromedical evacuation technician, successfully transported their patient to receive the proper care they needed.

“I could not be more proud of my team,” expressed Moses, “The success of this mission will not only open doors for aeromedical evacuation squadrons around the globe, but it will aid in providing additional medical capabilities at a quicker rate.”

Maj. Kirk Schlueter, 76th Airlift Squadron aircraft commander, left, and Maj. Tyler Neidecker, 76th AS co-pilot, fly a C-21 Learjet from Ramstein Air Base to Vilnius International Airport, Lithuania, April 6. The 76th AS worked with the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron to provide medical evacuation training, patient transports and flying support. Both units aided in the U.S. Air Force’s firstever AE paramedic-led flight in charge of an all-enlisted medical crew, which provided greater numbers to the fight.

Tech. Sgt. Alexander Stinauer, 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron aeromedical evacuation technician, middle, and Tech. Sgt. Brendon Bowman, 86th AES flight examiner and emergency medical paramedic, right, greets the Maj. Kirk Schlueter, 76th Airlift Squadron aircraft commander, left, at Ramstein Air Base, April 6. During this time the crew conducted aircraft familiarization and loaded equipment to ensure the safety and well-being of the onboard crew and patient in need of medical transfer.

Tech. Sgt. Brendon Bowman, 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight examiner and emergency medical paramedic, left, and Tech. Sgt. Alexander Stinauer, 86th AES aeromedical evacuation technician, right, prepares for a patient transfer flight at Ramstein Air Base, April 6.

Tech. Sgt. Brendon Bowman, 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight examiner and emergency medical paramedic, unloads medical equipment from a C-21 Learjet at Ramstein Air Base, April 6.

(Left) A patient receives treatment during the U.S. Air Force’s first-ever Aeromedical Evacuation paramedic-led flight in charge of an all-enlisted medical crew at Vilnius International Airport, Lithuania, on a flight to Ramstein Air Base, April 6. An all-enlisted crew allows for Aeromedical Evacuation Squadrons to use emergency medicine field paramedics to provide care in the air combined with the skills of nurses and medical technicians.

ABC IN KMC: Barbarossa in Lautern

by Jannik Ehlert

86th Airlift Wing Host Nation Office

Have you ever driven down Barbarossa Strasse, looking for the Barbarossaburg? Maybe while doing so, you’ve stopped at a Barbarossa Bakery to get a few Barbarossa bread rolls. And maybe you’ve wondered ‘What is a Barbarossa and why is this city so obsessed with it?”

Friedrich I, was the first “Emperor of the German Holy Roman Empire” and from the royal Staufer family. He was born in Hagenau, France in midDecember 1122 and was crowned as emperor in 1152. He resided in Kaiserslautern off and on from 1171 to 1187, where he erected a Kaiserpfalz (an imperial palace) and enjoyed fishing in one of the many ponds surrounding the city. The palace was located just below the City Hall in Kaiserslautern and parts of it have been excavated to view, while a fish also plays a significant role in the city.

The emperor was quite an adventurous character and well-

traveled for his times. One of his favorite pastimes was building palaces wherever he set foot. His nickname Barbarossa means “red beard” in Italian and he ruled over an area encompassing most of modern-day Germany, Czechia, Austria, Switzerland, Luxemburg, Belgium, the

Netherlands, Italy and parts of France and Poland.

He had a Kaiserpfalz built near Düsseldorf, which is now called Kaiserswerth, to charge toll from ships along the Rhein River. In the year 1189 he declared the City of Hamburg as a custom-free zone, which

resulted in prestige and prosperity for the city. Hamburgers are celebrating their 834th Port Anniversary this year.

In addition, there is a legend about him sleeping in a cave in the Kyffhäuser Mountains in Thüringen, only to awaken to save the nation. A gigantic stat-

ue depicts him resting in an armchair waiting for this special moment.

It is therefore no surprise that he was considered one of the mightiest people in the 12th century. His rule is generally considered one of prosperity, economic growth, and increased scholarship but also one of war and conflict. The pride of being one of the favorite cities of such an important historical figure can even be seen in the name of the city - Kaiser is the German word for “emperor” while Lauter probably comes from an old Latin expression (lutra) for “clear water”. So the city is essentially called “the emperor’s clear spring”.   As a 70-year-old he set out on his third crusade, but never made it to Jerusalem. He didn’t heroically die in battle, but allegedly drowned in Saleph River, now near Göksu/Silifke in Turkiye, while taking a bath and his human remains are said to be buried in Jerusalem. Maybe that’s the reason why Kaiserslautern has yet to name a river after him…

Multinational Exercise Defender 23 kicks off this month in Europe

by C. Todd Lopez Department of Defense News

Nearly 9,000 American troops are expected to participate in the Defender 23 exercise which kicks off April 22, the deputy Pentagon press secretary said today.

“This annual, nearly two-month

long exercise is focused on the strategic deployment of U.S.-based forces, employment of Army pre-positioned stocks and interoperability with European allies and partners,” said Sabrina Singh, during a briefing today at the Pentagon.

The Defender 23 exercise is led by U.S. Army Europe and Africa and

has been planned since 2021. The exercise is designed to demonstrate the U.S. military’s ability to rapidly deploy combat-credible troops and equipment to assure allies, deter those who would threaten the peace of Europe and defend the continent from aggression. The exercise also demonstrates the commitment of

European nations to increase the scale, capability and interoperability of their own militaries.

“Approximately 9,000 U.S. troops and about 17,000 troops from 26 allied and partner nations will participate and portions of the exercise will stretch across 10 different European countries,” Singh said.

Singh said equipment to support the exercise began arriving this week in Spain. About 7,000 pieces of equipment were shipped to the European theater from the U.S., she said. Additionally, about 13,000 pieces of equipment, drawn from pre-positioned stock, will be used during Defender 23.

U.S. Army ambulance vehicles assigned to the 64th Brigade Support Battalion, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, prepare to head out for an ambulance exchange point training as a part of joint multinational medic training during Defender 22 at Drawsko Pomorskie, Poland, May 26, 2022.

Photo by Sgt. Tara Fajardo Arteaga

Soldiers watch an exercise from their Bradley Fighting Vehicle as a Polish attack helicopter flies overhead during Defender Europe 22 at Drawsko Pomorskie, Poland, May 16, 2022.

Photo by Capt. Tobias Cukale

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Emperor Barbarossa fountain at Mainzer Tor, Kaiserslautern

RAB Airmen conduct wet-wing defuel operations

The 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron used their training to perform a wet-wing defuel operation April 4.

A wet-wing defuel removes the fuel from a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft and transfers it to an R-11 aircraft refueling truck while the engines are still running to decrease ground time.

The 86th LRS has hosted various training sessions in and out of the classroom to practice this operation, said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Veno, 86th LRS fuels equipment supervisor.

“We want to perfect the wetwing defuel process so when we are in austere locations, and it’s only a couple of us out there, we know we are capable to execute the mission,” said Senior Airman Shawn Solorzano Ocasio, 86th LRS fuels distribution expeditor. “When I’m prepared, I feel I have an impact on the mission.”

During a regular defuel process, the defueling would begin after engines are turned off. Then, the engines would be turned back on again after the set amount of fuel is transferred, which uses additional time.

This is not always available in areas where it is difficult to get fuel to other aircrafts.

Thorough training for wet-wing defuel operations is absolutely necessary to ensure Airmen are prepared for potential risks, Veno said. The level of danger is heightened while working in close proximity to the high-speed propellers on C-130Js.

Veno added that fuel being present while hot engines run creates an increased risk for fire.

The 86th LRS intends to implement annual training to certify their Airmen to execute special fuel operations, like wet-wing defuels, in contested conditions.

“Phase one is in the classroom, looking over regulations, safety precautions, and layouts of the operation,” said Veno. “Phase two is hands-on with a static aircraft giving them the time to work without the tension of live engines. The final phase is a full wet-wing defuel with everything rolled into one cohesive operation. Additional night training would be needed to experience limited visibility situations.”

Knowledge and opportunities for practice help build confidence in the Airmen and are essential to enabling Airmen to have the ability to make snap decisions and ensure mission success when things go awry, Veno said.

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Airlift Wing wait while fuel is transferred from a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft to an R-11 aircraft refuel truck during a wet-wing defuel operation at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. A wet-wing defuel operation is the transferring of fuel from an aircraft to a fuel truck while the aircraft engines are still running, making the process for refueling aircraft more efficient while in contested areas.

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Tabatha Chapman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

(Right) A U.S. Air Force Airman assigned to the 86th Airlift Squadron, center, relays defueling information to the pilots during a wetwing defuel operation at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. A wet-wing defuel differs from other defuels because the aircraft engines are left running during the transfer of fuel from the aircraft to an R-11 aircraft refuel truck.

(Left) U.S. Air Force Airmen, assigned to the 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron, off-load an R-11 aircraft refuel truck from a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft during wet-wing defuel operations at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, April 3, 2023. A wet-wing defuel is the transferring of fuel from an aircraft to an aircraft refuel truck while the engines are still running, making the process for refueling aircraft more efficient while in contested areas.

Gone but not forgotten: Ramstein AB remembers IFO-21

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Regan Spinner 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

In remembrance of the 27th anniversary of the Implementation Force21 crash, the 76th Airlift Squadron held a memorial ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, April 3.

Six crew members from the 76 AS, along with 29 American and Croatian passengers, lost their lives while on a mission tasked with building trade ties in the aftermath of the Bosnian civil war, explained Tech. Sgt. Bryan Everett, 76th Airlift Squadron enlisted executive.

“Your presence keeps the memories of our lost brothers and sisters alive,” said Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing Commander. “I am humbled to be here with you in remembrance of the souls lost on the 3rd of April, 1996.”

While many details of the crash remain unknown, this incident made it clear that change was necessary.

The resulting changes of this incident included requiring all U.S. Air Force aircraft to be outfitted with flight data and cockpit voice recorders and more thorough procedures regarding commercial airport stops on military aircraft missions.

Some risks are avoidable today because of this crew’s sacrifice, said Jones. The Air Force commits itself to a culture of safety, and this incident was a call to improve our practices.

The 76th Airlift Squadron honors

the memory of those who lost their lives by hosting the annual remembrance ceremony. This year, a ceremonial wreath was placed and was concluded with a C-21A flyover.

Although they are missed, the memory of the IFO-21 crew will remain forever at Ramstein AB, said Everett.

“Our fellow Airmen perished doing what they love — flying and supporting the mission of the United States Air Force,” said Everett. “We are here today to honor their memory and celebrate the contributions the crew of IFO-21 gave to the Air Force, Ramstein, and the 76th.”

Members of the 76th Airlift Squadron and leadership from across Ramstein Air Base, Germany, stand for a moment of silence during a memorial service for the loss of Implementation Force-21, April 3. The IFO-21 crash became a call to action to improve safety practices across the Air Force.

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Otis C. Jones, 86th Airlift Wing commander, speaks at a memorial ceremony, at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. The memorial ceremony was held in honor of the Implementation Force-21 crew and their 29 American and Croatian passengers who lost their lives 27 years ago.

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Laura Kluga, United States Air Forces in Europe Band regional band trumpet, performs taps during a memorial ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. The memorial event is held yearly to honor the lives lost in the Implementation Force-21 crash and the impact their sacrifices made on the Air Force today.

U.S. Air Force Airmen of the 76th Airlift Squadron salute for the playing of taps during an Implementation Force- 21 crash memorial ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, April 3. On April 3, 1996, a CT-43 aircraft, assigned to the 76th AS, crashed during a mission tasked with building trade ties in the aftermath of the Bosnian civil war.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jeremy Rosen, 1st Air and Space Communications Operations Squadron collateral systems technician, left, and Senior Airman Aaron Gutierrez, 37th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, right, present the memorial wreath, Ramstein Air Base, April 3. The wreath was laid in honor of the 76th Airlift Squadron Implementation Force 21 crew who lost their lives April 3, 1996 in Dubrovnik, Croatia, during a peacekeeping mission.

(Left) U.S. Air Force Airmen view a memorial sign honoring the crew of Implementation Force-21 during a remembrance ceremony at Ramstein Air Base, April 3.

Spain Port Operation kicks off DEFENDER 23

by Sgt. 1st Class Terysa King 21st Theater Sustainment Command

The first port operation of DEFENDER 23 kicked off at Rota, Spain, on April 6, in a joint effort to build and maintain expeditionary forces in Europe. Aviation equipment from 5th Battalion, 159th Regiment General Support Aviation Battalion, an Army Reserve unit out of Fort Eustis, Virginia, was transported into Naval Station Rota in Southwest Spain, Fleet & Industrial Supply Center Sigonella-Rota.

DE23 is a U.S. Army Europe and Africa-led exercise focused on the strategic deployment of continental United States-based forces, employment of Army Prepositioned Stocks, and interoperability with Allies and partners. DE23 is comprised of three separate, but related, exercises to achieve common strategic objectives: Swift Response 23, Immediate Response 23 and Saber Guardian 23.

U.S. Navy Lt. J.G. Will Clark, logistics support officer with Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center-Rota, said the Rota Navy team has been in close coordination with the 5-159th GSAB to help load and transport the equipment to support SR23, which is set in a multi-domain operational environment to enhance joint interoperability.

The equipment included CH-47 helicopters, Blackhawk helicopters and supporting equipment including fuel and ground maintenance needed to maintain the aircraft for this portion of DE23. The port was filled with trucks and forklifts unloading more than 50 pieces of equipment off the vessel and transporting them to a warehouse to be stored.

Normally Clark’s team works with other Navy vessels to provide food, maintenance, and other logistical needs to enable combat capabilities for fleet, ashore and expeditionary forces. This was the first joint port operation for Clark and his team of Sailors charged with moving Army equipment.

“This gives us a chance to understand the Army standpoint, how they operate,” said Clark. “It’s completely different because we’re dealing with aviation equipment, we’re dealing with the Army. This just shows how we can come together and support one another. It gets everyone to be a part of the mission.”

U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer

4 Jordan Frizzell, aviation maintenance officer for the 5-159th GSAB, said this is the first port operation the unit has conducted since 2008.

“It’s not something we normally partake in,” said Frizzell. “This is the first year a lot of our mechanics

and sustainment individuals have actually been self-sufficient overseas without having a robust parts and maintenance package to fall in on. We’re bringing everything we need in an austere environment for a period of time, and relocating all of that equipment, parts and personnel back stateside once the mission is complete. This is a first for most of the people here.”

This movement of equipment from the continental U.S. involved extensive support from host nation Spain, demonstrating the importance of ally and partner investment in European military

readiness and defense.

“The Navy here in Spain has been absolutely great to work with. They provided the personnel to help us move the aircraft, maintain the aircraft and provide security,” said Frizzell. “Everything we need on the airfield, everything needed to execute safely, the Navy has given us. We’re very thankful for their help.”

After the equipment goes through maintenance test flights, it will be moved by the 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st TSC to the Spain exercise location during reception, staging and onward

movement in conjunction with U.S. Air Force, Navy, and Spanish military assets for SR23. This operation is one of many during DE23 designed to build readiness within the alliance and deter potential adversaries.

When all is said and done, Clark was very proud of his team for assisting in the operation, as it gave them new tools for their toolbox.

“They are the ones putting in the time and the work. They deserve all the credit,” said Clark. “They give me a sense of accomplishment for what they’ve done for me, and the fleet as well.”

Two CH-47 Chinooks from 5th Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment, 244th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade, are staged before transport to a maintenance area and flown for Defender 23, at Naval Station Rota, Spain, April 6. Photos by Natalie Weaver

U.S. Army 5th Battalion, 159th Aviation Regiment, 244th Expeditionary Combat Aviation Brigade, offload the first aircraft, CH-47 Chinook, for Defender 23 from American Roll On Roll Off Carrier, Liberty Power, at Naval Station Rota, Spain on April 6.

95 Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Reactivation Ceremony

Lieutenant Colonel Robin Eskelson and Command Sergeant Major Luis Ortiz-Escalera uncase the Battalion Colors during the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Reactivation Ceremony in Baumholder, April 6.

Command Sergeant Major Luis Ortiz-Escalera stands before his Battalion as his Spouse receives yellow roses during the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Reactivation Ceremony in Baumholder, April 6.

Command Sergeant Major Luis OrtizEscalera bows his head during the invocation during the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Reactivation Ceremony in Baumholder, April 6.

Command Sergeant Major Luis Ortiz-Escalera renders honors during the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Reactivation Ceremony in Baumholder, April 6.

Lieutenant Colonel Robin Eskelson and Command Sergeant Major Luis Ortiz-Escalera prepare to uncase the Battalion Colors during the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Reactivation Ceremony in Baumholder, April 6.

Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Anthony King 16th Sustainment Brigade

Baumholder Main Exchange pays tribute, honors those who served in Vietnam

by Linda Lambiotte

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz’s Baumholder Main Exchange recognized Vietnam Veterans with a ceremonial pinning on National Vietnam War Veterans Day, March 29.

March 29 is National Vietnam War Veterans Day, a day meant to pay tribute to veterans of the Vietnam War, including personnel who were prisoners of war or who were listed as missing in action.

Established as an observance in 2017 after the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act was signed into law by President Donald Trump, the day is also an opportunity to show appreciation for the involvement and support of allies during the Vietnam War.

On this day we honor those who, regardless of their personal feelings or family commitments, joined the service and served our country selflessly on the field of battle when their nation called.

According to the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 310, more than 2.7 million Americans served in Vietnam. Of those killed, 61 percent were younger than 21, with the average age of killed service members being 23.1 years.

Vietnam veterans count for almost 10 percent of their generation. One out of every 10 of them was a casualty, and 75,000 were severely disabled. Despite this, Vietnam War veterans received little or nothing in terms of recognition and gratitude when they returned to the United States.

sacrifice for our nation, the 150,000 who were wounded, and to do everything possible to bring home more than 1,700 service members who are listed as missing in action. (Data provided by the Defense Casualty Analysis System).

The 13-year commemoration will conclude on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2025.

Andre Sallis, U.S. Air Force veteran and customer service representative at the Baumholder Main Exchange, talked about the tradition of Vietnam War Veterans Day at the event held March 29.

“This day is the perfect opportunity to honor deserving veterans for their bravery and service," said Sallis.

by Department of Defense News

How tough is the Edelweiss Raid?

The very last American troop departed from Vietnam on March 29, 1973.

On Memorial Day 2012, President Barack Obama launched a Vietnam War Commemoration to remember the Vietnam War 50th anniversary over a 13-year period.

During this time, the Federal Government pledged to partner with local communities and private organizations to honor and recognize more than 58,000 patriots who made the ultimate

Staff Sgt. Kevin Aponte, 44th Expeditionary Signal Battalion, Baumholder, attended as guest speaker at the event.

“Both my grandfather and my father inspired me to serve my country,” he said. “I want to thank all veterans, most particularly those who are here today.”

A total of six veterans and the wives of two veterans who recently passed away were recognized and awarded Vietnam Veteran Lapel Pins to symbolize their courage, honor and dedicated service.

When a U.S. team competed in the international military mountaineering contest for the first time in 2019, it made history as the first team ever to finish the competition on its inaugural attempt, placing 13th out of 23 teams.

In two days, teams cover 40 kilometers (24.85 miles) of rugged Austrian Alps terrain with up to 14,000 feet of cumulative elevation gain, completing various military tasks at 12 stations in the process. They carry a litter with their equipment — both for challenges and in case of real casualty situations.

U.S. National Guard soldiers — most from Vermont, home of the Army Mountain Warfare School and the 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Mountain) — returned to Austria earlier this year to compete in the biennial event. This time, the 16-member U.S. team competed in two groups. Both finished; one cracked the top 10.

“We all pretty much call it Type 2 Fun,” Connecticut National Guard Capt. Scott Stone, one of the U.S. competitors, said. “Which is basically ... not ‘Ha ha, we’re all having a good time’ fun, but it’s one of things that once you’re done with it, it’s a really awesome experience.”

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The 2023 U.S. Army Edelweiss Raid Team poses for a photo before the start of the 2023 competition at Training Area Lizum in Innsbruck, Austria, Feb. 28. The 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Mountain) led a team of 16 soldiers to a 10th and 18th place finish out of a field of 22 teams.

Army Sgt. 1st Class Tim McLaughlin, a U.S. Army Mountain Warfare School instructor, checks the team below him as he ascends a technical ridge during the 2023 Edelweiss Raid, March 2. The competition requires that squads remain together for the duration of the two-day event or risk disqualification. Photos by Staff Sgt. Max Archambault

In Edelweiss Raid, competition is seriously steep

Shining a light on quiet heroes of Holocaust

Story and photo by Linda Lambiotte U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz joins our nation and the rest of the world in honoring the 6 million Jews murdered in cold blood during the Holocaust, 1 million of whom were children, with a Days of Remembrance ceremony scheduled for Apr. 18. We also take a pause to honor and remember the millions of non-Jewish victims persecuted and killed by the German Nazis during World War II.

At some point in life, we all must make difficult choices. Choosing to do what’s right is what some heroes opted to do during this dark time in history, without hesitation, and the world will be forever grateful for them.

As millions of bystanders watched the crimes of the Holocaust unfold in city squares, schools, stores, workplaces and homes, a courageous few decided to risk it all to help those in need.

Irena Sendler was one of those courageous heroes. She helped smuggle more than 2,500 children to safety, despite knowing what the consequences could be if the Nazis found out. She was later arrested, imprisoned and tortured for her actions.

Sendler was a 29-year-old Polish social worker when World War II broke out. Her employment with the Welfare Department of the Warsaw municipality helped her gain access to the Warsaw ghetto where it was her job to inspect sanitary conditions. She saw this as an opportunity to help as many children as she could, escape.

She managed their escape and helped them hide in convents, schools, private homes and hospitals. She provided them with new identities while recording, in code, their original names and locations, with the hope that one day this information could be used to reunite the displaced children with their families. Trying to keep this information safe, she hid it in jars that she buried in a friend’s garden.

Unfortunately, Sendler’s actions were discovered by the German secret state police in 1943. She was arrested, tortured and sentenced to death for refusing to cooperate. Luckily, she was rescued by the Zegota, an organized underground council set up to help Jews, before she could be executed.

Officially, she was on the bulletin of those who were to be executed, so she assumed a false identity and continued her mission to res-

cue as many children as she could until the end of the war.

Just a year before Sendler's arrest, a man named Charles “Carl” Lutz was appointed as the Swiss vice-consul in Budapest, Hungary.

Following the Nazi occupation of Hungary in 1944 in which Jews started to be sent to concentration camps, Lutz negotiated an agreement with the Nazis to allow 8,000 Jews to leave the country. However, Lutz intentionally misinterpreted the agreement, and allowed not 8,000 people, but 8,000 families, to be issued protective letters to be able to move [to safety].

He had already used his power and status to help 10,000 children emigrate to Palestine the year before. He also established 76 safe houses — defined as Swiss annexes — in the Budapest area.

It did not stop there. Lutz and his wife Gertrude helped free many Jews from death marches and deportation centers.

They are credited with saving more than 62,000 Hungarian Jews from certain death.

Another hero worth honoring is Anna Christensen, who helped bring 40 Jewish children to safety from Germany to Denmark, and later to Sweden.

Following the terrifying events of Chrystal Night on Nov. 9, 1938, where more than 1,000 synagogues and 7,500 Jewish business were damaged or burned, a few women’s Danish groups joined the efforts of the Youth Aliyah Child Rescue, a Jewish organization that rescued thousands of Jewish children from

the Nazis during the Third Reich.

As a result of the Crystal Night events, children were often sent alone to the child rescue group by their parents, hoping to give them a chance of survival. Over 300 children arrived in Nyborg, Denmark, where the International Women’s League for Peace and Freedom, led by Christensen, welcomed them with open arms and helped relocate them within local Danish families.

Initially, children were integrated into local schools. However, when the Nazis eventually occupied Denmark, once again endangering the children, Christensen converted the cellar of her own house into a

classroom to host and hide 40 of those children.

In 1943, she managed to keep the children hidden during a German raid. A few days later, with the help of the Danish resistance, she brought them to the coast and was able to have them escorted safely to Sweden.

Yad Vashem, the national Authority for the Remembrance of the Martyrs and Heroes of the Holocaust, recognized Lutz and his wife in 1964, Sendler in 1965, and Christensen in 1966 with the Righteous Among the Nations Medal.

According to the Yad Vashem

website, the Righteous Among the Nations medal is awarded to nonJewish people who “took great risks to save Jews during the Holocaust. Rescue took many forms and the Righteous came from different nations, religions and walks of life.”

Several other groups besides the Jewish community also suffered the wrath of the Nazi Party. Political dissidents, social democrats, trade unionists, male homosexuals, Black people and Jehovah’s Witnesses became victims – some for what they believed in, some for who they were, and some for what they refused to do.

Intellectually and physically disabled Germans, defined as “life unworthy of life,” were euthanized just because their existence violated the Nazi ideal of “Aryan supremacy.”

Racial “pollution” was the Nazi’s justification for indiscriminately killing between 250,000 and 500,000 Roma and Sinti people, derogatively referred to as Gypsies. Besides the Jews, they were the only other ethnic group that Nazis systematically killed in gas chambers.

Lutz, Sendler and Christensen made a choice. They could have looked the other way like many others did. Instead, they chose to intervene even if that meant putting themselves and their own families in danger.

They chose to put the lives of helpless people before their own, hoping they would one day see a world free from persecution.

This year, the Days of Remembrance Week was observed from April 16-23 with April 18 being Holocaust Remembrance Day.

RADR Training at RAB

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron fill a crater with rapid set concrete during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training at Ramstein Air Base, April 11. RADR training encompasses all actions required to create an operational airfield surface after an attack. Rapid set concrete hardens quickly by using chemical reactions that create heat.

A compact track loader equipped with a 60-inch saw blade cuts into concrete during Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training at Ramstein Air Base, April 11. RADR training encompasses all actions required to create an operational airfield surface after an attack. The saw was used to remove a specific area with damage.

by Airman 1st Class Tabatha Chapman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Airmen from the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron remove concrete from a crater during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training at Ramstein Air Base, April 11. RADR training encompasses all actions required to create an operational airfield surface after an attack. The concrete was removed to allow the crater to be filled with flowable fill and rapid set concrete.

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron fill a crater with flowable fill during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training at Ramstein Air Base, April 11. RADR training encompasses all actions required to create an operational airfield surface after an attack. Flowable fill is a fast setting component that is mixed with water and uses heat to become dense.

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron level the surface of rapid set concrete during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training at Ramstein Air Base, April 11. RADR training encompasses all actions required to create an operational airfield surface after an attack. Leveling the surface ensures that the concrete dries evenly and the aircraft has an uninterrupted airfield landing.

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron stand next to a crater filled with rapid set concrete during a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training at Ramstein Air Base, April 11. RADR training encompasses all actions required to create an operational airfield surface after an attack. Rapid set concrete creates a chemical reaction that causes it to harden quickly.

U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 86th Civil Engineer Squadron gather for a group picture after a Rapid Airfield Damage Recovery training at Ramstein Air Base, April 11. RADR training encompasses all actions required to create an operational airfield surface after an attack.

Heart Link: Education and connection

The Military and Family Readiness Center hosted a Heart Link course for the second time this year, Ramstein Air Base, April 4.

Heart Link is a spouse orientation program that is hosted at bases across the Air Force to educate spouses who might be new to the Air Force or need more information about helping agencies available at their base.

When attending Ramstein’s Heart Link, spouses are introduced to each other and connected with representatives from multiple helping agencies, explains Alicia D. McLelland, 86th Force Support Squadron, Military & Family Readiness Center community readiness consultant.

“My favorite thing about Heart Link are the connections made,” said McLelland. “For some of the attendees, this is their first time away from home or their first time overseas.”

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Focusing on resources and community, the class is hosted quarterly by members of the M&FRC and supporting agencies to help military spouses learn about resources available.

“The true intent behind Heart Link is to get spouses connected with one another and let them know they are not alone,” McLelland said.

Attendees were introduced to programs available at the M&FRC as well as discussions with members from finance, first sergeants and chaplains during the class.

“We want all spouses and family members to know we are here for them,” explained U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Tiffany White, 76th Airlift Squadron first sergeant.

“Just putting a face to the name of your unit’s first sergeant is important. Making sure you know your first sergeant helps encourage people to reach if they need help and understand that we are here for them.”

USAG Rheinland-Pfalz and Ramstein AB Military Communities

• July 31-Aug. 4 at Rock Chapel, Baumholder, 9 a.m.-noon

• August 7-11 at Pulaski Park, 4:30-7:30 p.m.

Registration open for Kindergarten to 5th grades (Pre-school 4 and 5 y.o. for volunteers only)

Questions Contact: Mark Edwards, Director of Religious Education,

The one-day course ends with the spouses attending a resource fair to get additional information on specific resources that interest them.

“Attending Heart Link has helped me learn more than any website or pamphlet could have taught me,” said Kayla Bousquet, a 691st Cyberspace Operation Squadron military spouse. “Everyone was very friendly and answered all my questions. It was a lot of fun. I was introduced to people who are here for me and in my corner.”

The next Heart Link event is scheduled for Aug. 29, 2023. To sign-up or get additional information, call DSN: 480-51100 or CIV: 06371-47-5100. Registration must be made a week prior to the class date.

*Editor's note: This is two of four in a series about resources provided by the Military & Family Readiness Center at Ramstein Air Base.

at DSN: 314-541-2106 or john.m.edwards3.civ@army.mil

Volunteers needed

Please sign-up today!

To register, please go to https://vbspro.events/p/events/0eb855baumholder

(Rock Chapel, Baumholder)

https://vbspro.events/p/events/8db7c7k-town

(Pulaski Park)

Story and photos by Airman 1st Class Jordan Lazaro 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Attendees and guest speakers pose for a group photo during a Heart Link course at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. The next course is scheduled for August 29. To sign-up or get additional information, call DSN: 480-51100 or CIV: 06371-47-5100. Registration must be made a week prior to the class date.

Heart Link attendees learn about the helping agencies at Ramstein Air Base, during a resource fair portion of a Heart Link spouse orientation program April 4. The resource fair provided military spouses with time to make connections with other attendees and get additional information on specific resources available to them and their families.

Military spouses gather for a Heart Link spouse orientation program hosted by the Military & Family Readiness Center at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. Heart Link is a quarterly event hosted by the M&FRC for military spouses new to the Kaiserslautern Military Community or military. The next course is scheduled for Aug. 29.

(Right) U.S. Air Force Maj. Thomas Simmons, 86th Airlift Wing deputy wing chaplain, speaks to military spouses about his role as a chaplain at Ramstein Air Base, April 4. Simmons was one of many helping agency representatives who explained their agency’s role and resources available to the military spouses.

UNTERWEGS

SECOND ANNUAL KAISERSLAUTERN COUNTY FAMILY DAY

JUNE 24, CALL FOR KMC PARTICIPATION, CONGRESS CENTER, RAMSTEIN-MIESENBACH

The Union Community of Ramstein-Miesenbach and the County of Kaiserslautern are organizing a day revolving around family, leisure and tourism on June 24 and invite interested KMC parties to participate. Last year a number of KMC groups took part and successfully showcased their clubs and talents. This year the organizers would like to present a typical American baseball cage. Anyone interested can contact joachimfelka@gmail.com (English spoken) for more information.

FRÜHJAHRSMESSE (SPRING FESTIVAL)

APRIL 6 – 23, FESTPLATZ, SPEYER

The Festplatz will turn into one colorful amusement park with rides for the whole family, games, culinary delights and a beer garden. Don’t miss out on the fun along the Rhein River. https://www.pfalz.de/de/veranstaltung/fruehjahrsmesse

JEWISH EVENING – MELODIES OF LIFE

APRIL 26, 6 P.M., DEUTSCHORDENSAAL/ST. MARTINSPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN

Music helped to survive in the ghettos and camps. There are life stories behind Jewish fates composed between 1933-1945. The Emmerich-Smola-Musikschule and Musikakademie will present an excerpt of these stores and melodies at the Jewish Evening. Ben Shalom from Berlin will conduct the ensemble of cellos and saxophones. A workshop will take place prior to the musical performance and a dance group will show folkloristic dances. Admission is free.

GRACE NOTES CONCERT

APRIL 27, 8 P.M., FRUCHTHALLE, KAISERSLAUTERN

The Cape Town Opera Chorus will present music straight from the soul. The chorus is a award winning choir in a number of concert houses in Europe and across Africa. It will present old and new music from Eruope and Africa in contrast mixed with religious and spiritual compositions.

AMATEUR BASEBALL TOURNAMENT

APRIL 30, CALL FOR KMC PARTICIPATION, WALLERFELD SPORTSFIELD (HEINRICH-LAUR-STRASSE), ST. INGBERT

The St. Ingbert Devis, the German-American Institute Saarland and the Saarpfalz Count invite you to an amateur tournament at the Ball Park Wallerfeld. Participation is open to anyone interested and aim is to create a German-American team. For details contact: kontakt@devils-igb.de (English spoken).

MAY DAY/WITCHES NIGHT

APRIL 30/MAY 1, GERMANY WIDE NATIONAL HOLIDAY

Monday, May 1 is a national holiday with all public offices and stores closed. The night before (April 30) is also known as “witches’ night” where children go around playing tricks and “decorating” yards. Be sure to secure any loose items, such as trash cans, flowerpots, that could be moved or taken away. Some villages put up a Maibaum, a decorated tree guarded by villagers, and hold dance events.

BURGFESTSPIELE (CASTLE FESTIVAL)

MAY 5 – 7, NANSTEIN CASTLE, LANDSTUHL

Step into the lives and times of old knights in shining armor, ladies in fancy robes, jugglers and fire artists, drummers and Middle Age spirit at the castle. For details see: www.heimatfreund-landstuhl.de

MAIMARKT (MAY FAIR)

MAY 5 – 7, CITY CENTER, LANDSTUHL

Spring into May and enjoy a city festival in Landstuhl with music, food and beverages, vendors and fun for all.

STRASSENKUNSTFESTIVAL (STREET ART FESTIVAL)

MAY 5 -7, PEDESTRIAN AREA, KAISERSLAUTERN

Downtown Kaiserslautern will turn into one large and colorful festival area with music, street acts, art, food and beverages. Enjoy a spring shopping spree with tunes and acts along the way!

HAFENGEBURTSTAG (PORT ANNIVERSARY)

MAY 5 -7, VARIOUS LOCATIONS, HAMBURG

Ready for a trip up north to Hanseatic Hamburg? The city is celebrating its 834th port anniversary with a colorful and spectacular program on three events days. Over 100 individual events including diverse music performances on five stages, children’s activities, rides, food and beverage, helicopter tours over the port, sailboat cruises and magnificent fireworks to top off the festival. In 1189 Emperor Barbarossa (who also resided in Kaiserslautern) declared Hamburg as a custom-free zone. For details visit: https://www.hamburg.com/port-anniversary/

KULINARISCHE PANORAMAWANDERUNG (CULINARY HIKE)

MAY 7, 10 A.M., GLANMÜNCHWEILER

Enjoy a hike suitable for the whole family, along panoramic scenery with snacks and drinks as delicious provisions along the way. The route is suitable for strollers and inline skates on paved path. For details and route visit: www.kulinarischepanoramawanderung.de

MAIKERWE (MAY FAIR)

MAY 12 – 22, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN

Enjoy fun, rides, food and music with family fun at the May fair. Wednesday is traditional family with reduced prices. On Sunday, May 14 shops will be open downtown in the afternoon.

KAISERSLAUTERN MILITARY COMMUNITY CHAPEL SCHEDULE

RAMSTEIN CHAPEL

PROGRAMS

86 AW/HC, Unit 3210, APO AE 09094-3210

North Chapel (Bldg 1201)

(DSN) 480-6148, (Civ) 06371-47-6148

South Chapel (Bldg 2403)

(DSN) 480-5753, (Civ) 06371-47-5753

Vogelweh Chapel (Bldg 2063)

Please call Ramstein North Chapel

Kapaun Chapel/Annex (Bldg 2781/2782)

Please call Ramstein North Chapel

For more information about our services, please visit us on Facebook: Facebook.com/ RamsteinChapelOfficial

Or at the Ramstein Air Base website: https://www.ramstein.af.mil/About/Fact-Sheets/ Display/Article/2597677/kmc-chapels/ Buddhist (SGI)

Virtual Meetings, for more information thevoice@gmail.com

Orthodox

Divine Liturgy: Kapaun Chapel, 08:45 a.m., Sun

Children’s Church School: Kapaun Annex, 10:45 a.m., Sun

Adult Scripture Study: Kapaun Annex, 10.45 a.m., Sun

Great Vespers: Kapaun Chapel, 5 p.m., 4th Sat

Confessions: Available afterwards

Wiccan

Facebook.com/VogelwehOpenCircleSWC

Service: Kapaun Annex, 7 p.m., Sat Unitarian Universalist Facebook.com/

KaiserslauternUnitarianUniversalistFellowship

Service: Kapaun Chapel, 1:30 p.m., 2nd & 4th Sun

Catholic

Holy Family Catholic Community

Facebook.com/RamsteinCatholicCommunity

Daily Mass: North Chapel, 11:30 a.m., Tue-Fri

Confessions: North Chapel, by appointment only

Sunday Masses: North Chapel, 9 a.m. & 1 p.m., Sun

Knights of Columbus (K of C)

Meeting: North Chapel, 6 p.m., 2nd Tue

Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC)

(except July & Aug)

Bible Study: North Chapel, 9 a.m., Tue

Catholic Religious Education (RE)

(except June, July & Aug)

Kindergarten-7th

Ramstein Intermediate School: 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Sun

Confirmation Class North Chapel: 6-7:30 p.m., Wed

Life Teen: North Chapel, 6:15 p.m., Sun

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)

(except July & Aug)

Meeting: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Thu

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Early Morning Seminary/Scripture Study for High School aged students

Ramstein School: North Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed, Fri

Vogelweh School: Vogelweh Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed, Fri

Episcopal

Service: Kapaun Chapel, 10:45 a.m., Sun Islam

Jumu’ah Khutbah: South Chapel, 1 p.m., Fri

Potluck: South Chapel, 7 p.m., 1st & 3rd, Fri

Jewish

Facebook.com/KMCMILJEWISHCOMMUNITY

Shabbat: South Chapel, 6 p.m., Fri

Sabbath Kiddush & Lunch: 1 p.m.; RSVP and request location by COB Wed*

Saturday Torah Study: 7 p.m.

— request location & Zoom link

Sunday Hebrew School & B’nei Mitzvah Study

— request location and Zoom link

Messianic

Service: South Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat

Protestant

Contemporary North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/ramsteincontemporaryservice

(Deaf & Hard of Hearing Ministry ASL interpreter available)

Children’s Church: North Chapel Annex, Ages 5 and up

(Children are dismissed during service to attend)

Gospel: Vogelweh Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/VogelwehGospelService/

Children’s Church registration begins at 10:45 a.m.

Children’s Church: Vogelweh Chapel, Pre-K to 12th, Sun

Traditional: South Chapel, 9:30 a.m., Sun Facebook.com/ramsteinprotestanttraditionalservice

Seventh-day Adventist

Worship service: North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sat

Bible Study: North Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat

PMOC

Bible Study: South Chapel, 11:45 a.m., Wed

PWOC

Bible Study: Vogelweh Chapel, 6 p.m., Mon

Bible Study: South Chapel, 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 6 p.m.,

Tue

Bible Study: Vogelweh Chapel, 9:30 a.m., Thu

Protestant Youth of the Chapel (Middle & High School)

Grds 6-8: North Chapel, 3:30-5 p.m., Tue

Grds 9-12: North Chapel, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Tue

Grds 6-12: Vogelweh Chapel, TBA

Officer Christian Fellowship

North Chapel Conference room, 6:45-8:45 p.m., Thu

Awana (Sep-May)

North Chapel, 2-3:30 p.m., Sun

USAG

RHEINLAND-PFALZ

Daenner Chapel (Bldg 3150)

(DSN) 541-2105, (Civ) 0611-143-541-2105

Rock Chapel (Bldg 8308)

Rheinland Chapel (Bldg 8249)

(DSN) 531-3170, (Civ) 0611-143-531-3170

Pulaski Chapel (Bldg 2869)

LRMC/Hilltop Chapel (Bldg 3773)

(DSN) 590-5713, (Civ) 06371-9464-5713

Catholic Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community

Daenner Chapel 11:30 a.m., Sun

LRMC Chapel 12 p.m., Tue, Wed, Fri

Confessions: On request

Facebook: The Landstuhl and Daenner Catholic Community Baumholder

Rheinland Chapel 9 a.m., Sun

Rheinland Chapel 12 p.m., Tue-Thu

Confession: On request

Facebook: The Rheinland Chapel Baumholder St. Michael’s Catholic Parish

Protestant Services

Kaiserslautern Military Community Chapel Next, Daenner Chapel 9:30 a.m., Sun

Facebook: Chapel Next at Daenner Kaserne

Traditional Protestant Service, LRMC Chapel 10:30 a.m., Sun Baumholder

Contemporary Service, Rock Chapel 10 a.m., Sun

Facebook: Baumholder Rock Chapel Protestant Women of the Chapel

Kaiserslautern PWOC, Pulaski Chapel 10 a.m., Wed pwocatkaiserslautern@gmail.com

Facebook: PWOC at Kaiserslautern

Baumholder PWOC, Rock Chapel 9:30-11 a.m., Tue & 6:30-8 p.m., Wed pwoc.baumholder.ontherock@gmail.com

Facebook: PWOC Baumholder Islamic Services

Daenner Chapel 1:15 p.m., Fri

LRMC Chapel 1:15 p.m., Fri Rock Chapel 12 p.m., Fri Latter-day Saints

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 10:30 a.m., Sun., Im Gewerbegebiet 8, Baumholder Call 0176-18300869 for more information.

Club Beyond Weekly Clubs and Bible Studies for Middle School and High School students.

KMC: kaiserslautern@clubbeyond.org

Baumholder: baumholder@clubbeyond.org

Ramstein: ramstein@clubbeyond.org

Facebook: Club Beyond at KTown Club Beyond at Baumholder Club Beyond at Ramstein

Photo by Martin 175/Shutterstock.com

Property of the week

Rent: Single Family House in Rosenkopf

Available now! Housing Approved!

Rent: €1,650 + utilities

(water, heat, garbage, other charges...)

• Electricity must be paid to the local company.

Oil must be ordered by local company

Distances:

• 16 min. LRMC, 22 min. to RAB, 28 minutes to Vogelweh

About this house (about 180 sqm/1,937 sqf):

• 4 bedrooms

• 2 bathrooms

• Wood burning fire place

• Office/ study

Outside:

• Large backyard with patio and additional party room

• Landstuhl/Kaiserslautern school zone

• Pets upon landlord approval!

For additional information or to schedule an appointment for viewing please contact Mitchell Consulting :

Phone: +49 6371 5945194

KL: Brand-new 1-bdrm apt, fully furnished for long-term renting, 1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 46sqm, BIK, liv, pets allowed, available 1 Apr. 2023, Housing Approved, €1050 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premrealestate.com

Kaiserslautern, 2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 84sqm, BIK, no pets, available 17 Feb. 2023, €1480 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@ prem-realestate.com

Nature view in KL-Moelschbach: 110sqm apt, 2bd, 1.5bth, fireplace, heated floors, built-in kitchen, guest toilet, balcony & sm yard, laundry rm, carport, available now, housing approved, €1350 + util, contact Dave 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com No fees for tenants!

apartment in ramstein city, 1bedroom, 1 bathroom, available now, call: 0173 54 56 381 info@ken-immobilien.de

Kaiserslautern West Furnished appartment, washing machine, Internet Access, all Incl.utilities, 44 qm, 1 bd, 1 bth, 44 sq meters, 5 min from Kleberkaserne, 10 min from Vogelweh, 15 min from Ramsteinavailable immediately for short term leasing, Assenmacherstrasse 67659 Kaiserslautern Germany, 495 EU, phone: 6313704922, 015125621211 email: cnhs@ gmx.de

Long-term, fully furnished 1-bdrm / 1bthrm apt, K-Town City, 106sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 4 Apr. 2023, Housing Approved, €1880 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

KL 2-bdrm apt: Modern and old charm mix, 1.5bth, Apartment, 113sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony, pets allowed, available 1 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €2000 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

Radiant right side 2nd floor apt, Bruchmuehlbach, 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 130sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 13 Feb. 2023, Housing will be Approved, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-realestate.com

3.0bd, 1.0bth, Apartment, 125sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 1 Maerz 2023, Housing Approved, €930 +utl, call 0179-1297526, strawisa9123@ gmx.de

3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, bik, balcony, 130sqm, no pets, available now, Housing Approved, €1.350 +utl, call 0173 54 56 381, jonas@ken-immobilien.de

3bd, 1bth, Apartment, 120sqm, no pets, available 27 Jan. 2023, Housing Approved, €1200 +utl, call 0173 1801397, jonas@kenimmobilien.de

2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 70sqm, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 1 Sep. 2022, €90 +utl, call 0151537177, info@fewo-loewenzahn.de

Luxurious left side 2nd floor apt, Bruchmuehlbach (close to RAB), 2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 130sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 13 Feb. 2023, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@premrealestate.com

Wiesbaden, 2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 140sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, private garage, cats allowed, available 30 Sep. 2022, Housing Approved, €2200 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@somme rimmo.de

Beautiful & Brand-new Apartments Downtown K-Town, 3bd, 2bth, Apartment, approx 99-117 sqm, BIK, liv, balcony/terrace, pets allowed, available 30 Apr. 2023, will be Housing Approved, rents ranging from € 1,600 - € 1,950 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

Photo by javarman / Shutterstock.com

HOUSES FOR RENT

Single Family Home in Rosenkopf available now!, Mitchell Consulting, Kindsbacher Strasse 58, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0)6371-737 630, in fo@mitchell-investment.com. Find all of our properties on FindItGuide.com!

HOUSES FOR RENT

3.0bd, 1.0bth, House, 132sqm, BIK, liv, terrace, laundry, basement, garage, available 1 Jan. 2023, €940 +utl, call 06372/ 5966, mschuhmacher@online.de

3bd, 2bth, House, 117sqm, pets allowed, available 4 Apr. 2023, Housing Approved, €1.500 +utl, call 0173 54 56 381, jonas@ ken-immobilien.de

1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 65sqm, BIK, liv, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 18 Okt. 2021, Housing Approved, €125 +utl, call +4915144801586, luxu rylodgingkl@yahoo.com

3bd, 3bth, House, 183sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 24 Jan. 2023, Housing Approved, €2800 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@som merimmo.de

1BR TLA / TDY Apartment in Ramstein [ref=S3], all included + rental car, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com

2BR 1.5BA TLA Apt with Air-Conditioning [ref=F2], Ramstein, 5min from RAB, TDY / PCS, NOT FOR PERMANENT LODGING ; pet friendly ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f2 ; +49 17624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com

3BR 2BA TLA Apt with Air-Conditioning, Ramstein, 5min from RAB, TDY / PCS, NOT FOR PERMANENT LODGING, pet friendly ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f24 ; +49 17624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@myt lahome.com

3.0bd, 2.0bth, House, 150sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 5 Maerz 2020, Housing Approved, €2500 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@sommerimmo.de

Liederbach am Taunus, 3bd, 2.5bth, House, 244sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 15 Dez. 2022, Housing Approved, €2800 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@somme rimmo.de

1BR TLA apartment, downtown Ramstein, 5min from RAB [ref=F3], NOT FOR LONG-TERM LODGING, all included, pets allowed ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f3 ; in quiries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

3 BR APT Ramstein 5 min from RAB [ref=F1], 3 bd, 2 bth, 5min from RAB; www.mytlahome.com/tla/f1 ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

5.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 190sqm, no pets, available 1 Apr. 2022, Housing Approved, call +49 176 313 73 451, nicolewandow sky@web.de

3bd, 1bth, House, 141sqm, BIK, guest WC, din, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 1 Mai 2023, Housing Approved, €2800 +utl, call +49 (0) 6124 - 609 1466, sullivan@sommerimmo.de

Schwedelbach, 3bd, 2bth, House, 170sqm, BIK, liv/din, no pets, available 27 Jan. 2023, Housing Approved, €2100 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com

HOUSES FOR RENT

Schopp, 2bd, 1bth, House, 87sqm, BIK, liv, pets allowed, Housing Approved, €500 +utl, call 0631-89292128, schopphaus67707@gmail.com

1BR TLA Apt with AC, 5min from RAB [ref=M4B], only SHORT-TERM RENTALS, ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED ; www.mytlaho me.com/tla/m4b ; inquiries@mytlaho me.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 150sqm, BIK, no pets, available 24 Aug. 2022, Housing Approved, call 0174 243 0124, nbm4rent@ hotmail.com

5BR 2.5BA TLA / TDY House in Ramstein, 5min from RAB [ref=L30], NOT FOR LONGTERM LODGING, all included + rental car, pets allowed ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/ l30 ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inqui ries@mytlahome.com

Kottweiler Strasse 1, 66877 Ramstein-Miesenbach Tel.: 06371-962 80 • email: hubertapo@t-online.de

2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, no pets ; www.mytla home.com/b81c ; +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp) ; inquiries@mytlahome.com

3bd, 2bth, Apartment, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, €140, call 0173 497 51 71, website: www.ken-immo bilien.de info@ken-immobilien.de

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3BR 1.5BA TLA / TDY Apartment in Ramstein, NOT FOR LONG-TERM LODGING, all included, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; www.mytlahome.com/tla/l32 ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

Brand new 3BR 2BA Free Standing TLA / TDY House in Ramstein, 5min from RAB [ref=S51a] ; www.mytlahome.com/s51a ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com

2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 165sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, 140 €, call 0173 497 51 71, website: www.ken-immobili en.de info@ken-immobilien.de

2bedroom apartment, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 113 sq meters, Obere Triftstrasse KIndsbach, 0173-3464394, michaelkappa@hotmail.de

3bd, 1bth, Apartment, BIK, guest WC, liv/ din, laundry, €140, call 0173 497 51 71, website: www.ken-immobilien.de info@ ken-immobilien.de

3bd, 2bth, House, 163sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, private garage, no pets, available 18 Okt. 2021, Housing Approved, €222 +utl, call +4915144801586, luxurylodgingkl@ya hoo.com

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Ramstein-Miesenbach, 3bd, 2bth, House, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, private garage, 165 €, call 0173 497 51 71, www.ken-immobilien.de info@ken-immo bilien.de

Ramstein-Miesenbach, 4bd, 2bth, House, 195sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, €165, call 0173 497 51 71, info@kenimmobilien.de

Brand new TLA Appartment in best location near to all Bases full furnished!, 2 bd, 1 bth, 80 sq meters, Kindsbach, Kaiserslautern, at 49 Euro, ask us for longterm rent! 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de

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TLA / TD Y

Brand new, ground floor 3BR 2.5BA TLA / TDY apartment, 5min from RAB [ref=W6A] ; Brand new, ground floor, fast internet, under floor heating, AC, balcony with BBQ grill, off street parking ; www.mytlaho me.com/w6a ; inquiries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

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Lovely TLA Countryhouse BremerhofKaiserslautern The Bremerhof, one of the most unique residential areas in Kaiserslautern, located in a beautiful clearing in the middle of the Palatinate Forest, but with less than a 5 minutes drive to the center of K-Town.The apartment has 2 bedrooms, a living room, 1 bathroom and a romatic garden with pool which is the perfect place for days of rest and relaxation while you settle in Germany. Call 00 49 171 313 6996, info@judithkern.com

Modernized 3BR 2BA TLA / TDY Apartment in K-town, www.mytlahome.com/ t54 ; +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inqui ries@mytlahome.com

Ramstein 4 Bedroom, Mitchell Consulting, Kindsbacher Strasse 58, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0)6371737 630, info@mitchell-investment.com. Find all of our properties on FindItGuide.com!

Brand new, ground floor, 1BR 1.5BA TLA

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Cozy, ground floor 2BR TLA / TDY Apartment, 5min from RAB [ref=W2] ; ground floor, fast internet, patio with BBQ grill, offstreet parking (carport) ; www.mytlaho me.com/w2 ; inquiries@mytlahome.com ;

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Brand new, ground floor, 3BR 1.5BA TLA

Apartment, 10min from RAB [ref=M213] ; Brand new, fast internet, ground floor, patio with BBQ grill, off-street parking ; ; inqui ries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)

Fully furnished TLA in Ramstein-Miesenbach, !AVAILABLE NOW!140sqm, 3bd, 2bth Apartment, Car parking, Free Internet, Price varies, mail kenanz261@ gmail.com or call (+49) 017670718808 to get informations

Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 1.5bth, Townhouse, 147sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 5 Maerz 2023, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.comKaiserslautern, 3bd, 1.5bth, Townhouse, 147sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 5 Maerz 2023, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com

Mackenbach, 5bd, 3bth, House, 235sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, garden, balcony/terrace, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 3 Dec 2020, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call +49 176 313 73 451, nicolewan dowsky@web.de

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Landstuhl, 1bd, 1bth, Apartment, 76sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 5 Apr. 2023, call 0172 6936886, in fo@prem-realestate.com

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Ramstein 1BR Cozy Loft, Mitchell Consulting, Kindsbacher Strasse 58, RamsteinMiesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0)6371737 630, info@mitchell-investment.com. Find all of our properties on FindItGuide.com!

Ramstein-Miesenbach, 1bd, Apartment, 0sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, no pets, available 15 Sep. 2021, call 0174 243 0124, nbm4rent@hotmail.com

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2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, SUV, $18,999. Patriot Military Automobiles

GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 01511580-6354, contact@patriot-autos.net.

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2016 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, Offroader, $33,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited, SUV, $18,999. Patriot Military Automobiles

GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 01511580-6354, contact@patriot-autos.net.

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2015 Ford Fiesta SE, Sedan / Saloon, $11,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@pa triot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4Matic Diesel EU Specs, $25,999 (6351). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited LT, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 6-Speed Automatic w/ Overdrive, $12,999 (6404). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Honda Pilot Touring, SUV, Front, 9Speed Shiftable Automatic, $22,999 (6452). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2016 Mazda 3 4-door Diesel automatic, Sports Hatch, $17,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patri ot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Mazda CX-5 INTENSE DIESEL AWD, SUV, $21,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@pa triot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Mercedes-Benz A220 CDI 4Matic AWD EU Specs, $24,999 (E6419). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Mini Cooper Wagen 4D S 2.0L I4 Turbo, Sedan / Saloon, $22,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patri ot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 Volkswagen Tiguan SE 4Motion AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-speed Automatic with Tiptronic, $17,499 (6460). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 VW Golf 2-door 2.0TDI ALLSTAR, Sports Hatch, $18,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti 2.0L I4 Turbo, Sedan / Saloon, $29,995. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2016 VW Golf 2-door 2.0TDI ALLSTAR, Sports Hatch, $17,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Audi A3 Sportback 2.0 TDI automatic, Sports Hatch, $19,399. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Ford Explorer Platinum AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $27,999 (6273). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Range Rover Evoque SE AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $25,999 (6456). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Toyota Sienna XLE 8 passenger, Minivan, $33,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patriotautos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Volkswagen Beetle, Automatic, $21,499 (E6478). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Audi A4 allroad 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $29,999 (6449). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 BMW 230i 2.0L I4 Turbo, Coupe, $28,995. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 BMW 320d Sportswagon automatic, Wagon, $19,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Lincoln MKZ, Sedan / Saloon, $19,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Maserati Ghibli S Q4 3.0L V6, Sedan / Saloon, $54,995. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@ patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Mazda CX-3 Skyactive-D AWD HeadUp display, SUV, $17,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Mazda CX-9 7 Seater AWD, Sedan, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sa les@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Mercedes Benz CLA 200 AMG Line Shooting Brake, $26,999 (E6493). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Volvo V40 2.0d, Sports Hatch, $16,899. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Vilseck, 2 Kuermreuther Str., Vilseck, 92249 Germany, 0151-6449-4814, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Volvo XC60 Inscription AWD EU Specs, SUV, AWD/4WD, Automatic Geartonik, $29,497 (6221). The Used Car GuysKaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Audi A3 4-door 2.0 TDI automatic, Sports Hatch, $20,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Vilseck, 2 Kuermreuther Str., Vilseck, 92249 Germany, 01516449-4814, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Audi Q3 2.0T quattro Premium Plus (AWD), SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $33,999 (6049). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Dodge Journey Crossroad Plus AWD V6, SUV, $18,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d Shooting Brake, Wagon, $20,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 AWD 2.0L I4 Turbo, SUV, $28,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Audi Q3 Premium Plus Quattro, SUV, $30,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 01511580-6354, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Dodge Ram 1500 4WD, Pickup, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2017 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum 4WD V6, SUV, $27,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patri ot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 BMW 218d Grand Tourer Advantage automatic, Wagon, $18,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2020 Hyundai Elantra, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2018 BMW 318d Sportswagon automatic, Wagon, $18,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Vilseck, 2 Kuermreuther Str., Vilseck, 92249 Germany, 0151-64494814, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 BMW 330xi AWD 2.0L I4 Turbo, Sedan / Saloon, $29,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Vilseck, 2 Kuermreuther Str., Vilseck, 92249 Germany, 01516449-4814, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Dodge DURANGO SXT ANODIZED PLATINUM AWD, SUV, $33,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Dodge Journey 2WD - 7 Seater, SUV, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Ford Escape Titanium AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $24,599 (6494). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Ford Escape SEL AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $27,599 (6020). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Hyundai i30 Sportswagon automatic, Wagon, $15,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Infiniti QX 30, SUV, $26,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4x4, SUV, Rear, $44,999 (6472). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Kia Sportage AWD, SUV, $23,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631892932933, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport AWD

2018 Ford Explorer XLT, SUV, Front, 6Speed Shiftable Automatic, $28,999 (6166). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Ford Focus Sportswagon 1.5 TDCi, Wagon, $12,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Ford Focus Sportswagon 1.5 TDCi, Wagon, $12,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Vilseck, 2 Kuermreuther Str., Vilseck, 92249 Germany, 0151-6449-4814, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

3rd Row, SUV, AWD/4WD, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $31,999 (6418). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Landrover Rangerover VELAR 4S AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Mercedes C200d Sportswagon automatic, Wagon, $20,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Mercedes C250d 4Motion AMG Line, Sedan / Saloon, $33,899. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Mercedes-Benz C300, Sedan / Saloon, Rear, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $34,497 (6036). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA 200d Shooting Brake automatic, Wagon, $21,899. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Toyota RAV4 XLE, SUV, Front, 6Speed Shiftable Automatic, $23,999 (6463). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Volkswagen Jetta S Sedan, Sedan / Saloon, $19,749. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL, SUV, $28,995. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Volvo S60 T5 Inscription Platinum

2.0L I4 Turbo, Sedan / Saloon, $25,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 VW Golf Sportswagon TDI SOUND automatic, Wagon, $16,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Acura TLX SH-AWD V6 w/Tech, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $32,599 (6280). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Audi A4 Allroad Premium Plus AWD 2.0L I4 Turbo, Wagon, $43,995. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Audi A4 Premium Plus Quattro AWD, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $36,999 (6200). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Hyundai Kona SEL AWD, SUV, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 BMW 3 Series 330i xDrive, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $37,199 (6037). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT, SUV, Front, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $27,999 (5876). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Jeep Compass Limited, Offroader, $22,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@pa triot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Toyota Avalon TRD, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 8-Speed Automatic w/Sequential Shift Mode, $39,999 (6147). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 BMW 430i Gran Coupe 2.0L I4 Turbo, Coupe, $30,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Ecosport SES AWD, SUV, $22,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@pa triot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Jeep Renegade Trailhawk 4WD, SUV, $28,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 01511580-6354, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Kia Soul +, Wagon, Front, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $17,999 (6469). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslau tern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Mazda CX-3 Sport AWD, Wagon, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $23,999 (6453). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 BMW X1 AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan / Saloon, Front, CVT, $26,999 (5539). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Toyota Prius LE, Hatchback, Front, CVT, $28,599 (6286). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Golf GTE Plug In Hybrid, Automatic, $30,999 (E6461). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 BMW X3 xDrive30i AWD, SUV, AWD/ 4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/ Sport Transmission, $36,999 (6432). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Ford Escape SE, SUV, Front, 6Speed Shiftable Automatic, $24,499 (5812). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Honda Odyssey EX-L, Minivan, Front, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $34,899 (6376). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Mini Cooper S 2 Dr 2.0L I4 Turbo, Coupe, $26,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Vilseck, 2 Kuermreuther Str., Vilseck, 92249 Germany, 0151-6449-4814, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Mini Cooper S Countryman ALL4, Sports Hatch, $30,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Chevrolet Malibu LT, Sedan / Saloon, Front, CVT, $27,999 (5551). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Polo GTI, Automatic, $22,999 (E6479). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Kia Rio S, Sedan / Saloon, Front, CVT, $19,799 (6348). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 BMW X6 sDrive 35i, SUV, $46,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Jeep Compass Latitude AWD, SUV, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Sport EU Specs, $24,999 (E6457). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 BMW 4 Series 430i xDrive Gran Coupe AWD, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $37,297 (6209). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 BMW 430i Gran Coupe M-Sport xDrive, Coupe, $40,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patri ot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 BMW 530i Series AWD, Sedan, AWD/ 4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 BMW X1 xDrive 28i, SUV, $34,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631892932933, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Chevrolet Malibu FWD, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Kia Sorento LX V6 7 Seats, SUV, Front, $26,497 (S5095). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Kia Sportage LX FWD, SUV, $23,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 01511580-6354, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Land Rover Defender 110 HSE AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $66,999 (6436). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Polo GTi, Front, $24,899 (E6481). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Mazda CX-5 Touring AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, $26,997 (S5329). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0T SE, SUV, Front, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $25,999 (6165). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Audi Q5 Prestige 45 Quattro AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $45,999 (6486). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 BMW 2 Series 230i xDrive AWD, Coupe, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $39,999 (6454).

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2021 Subaru Ascent Premium 8-Passenger AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable CVT, $34,399 (6078). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Mini Cooper S Hatchback, Sports Hatch, $32,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patriotautos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 BMW 4 Series 430i xDrive AWD, Coupe, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $46,999 (6396).

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2021 BMW X6 M50i xDrive, SUV, $84,999.

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2021 Ford Escape S FWD, SUV, $26,999.

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2021 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, SUV, $55,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patriot-au

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2021 Kia Soul S 2.0L I4, Sedan / Saloon, $23,495. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Toyota Tacoma Double Cab TRD Off-Road V6 4x4, Pick-up, $46,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $50,999 (6444). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Mini Cooper S, Sports Hatch, $32,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@pa triot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Ford Escape SEL FWD, SUV, $30,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 01511580-6354, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Ford Puma, $23,999 (E6477). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Kia Sportage LX 2.4L I4, SUV, $26,499. Patriot Military Automobiles

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2021 Kia Sportage LX AWD 2.4L I4, SUV, $25,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Ramstein II, 47 Kindsbacher Str., Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, Brian: +49 (0) 6371-598 15 20, contact@pa triot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Kia Sportage LX AWD 2.4L I4, SUV, $25,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Kia Sportage LX FWD, SUV, $25,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 01511580-6354, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Volkswagen Passat S FWD, Sedan, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aafgmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Audi A3 EU Specs, Hatchback, 7 speed -dual clutch, $31,999 (E6510). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslau tern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Audi A3 Premium Plus Quattro, Sedan / Saloon, $44,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 BMW 530i xDrive M Sport, Sedan / Saloon, $54,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, Hatchback, Front, $30,499 (6442). The Used Car Guys - Ramstein, Am Lanzenbusch 1, Ramstein-Miesenbach, 66877 Germany, +49 (0) 6371 92 00 00, matt@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Honda Accord Sport 1,5 Turbo Sedan, Sedan / Saloon, $34,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 0151-1580-6354, contact@patri ot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo 4X4, SUV, $38,499. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Kaiserslautern, 22 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, Nik: +49 (0)631-892932933, contact@patriot-au tos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $. American Auto Force GmbH, 67 Kaiserstrasse, Landstuhl, 66849 Deutschland, 06371 595 5226, sales@aaf-gmbh.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Audi Q3 S-Line Premium Quattro, SUV, $41,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Honda HR-V Sport AWD CVT, SUV, $29,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Grafenwoehr, 30 Im Gewerbepark, Grafenwoehr, 92655 Germany, 01511580-6354, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, Hatchback, Front, $31,000 (6425). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-BoschStrasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Toyota Camry LE, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 8-Speed Automatic w/Sequential Shift Mode, $28,999 (6443). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE, Hatchback, Front, 7-Speed Double Clutch, $36,499 (6459). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Honda HR-V Sport AWD CVT, SUV, $29,999. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Vilseck, 2 Kuermreuther Str., Vilseck, 92249 Germany, 0151-6449-4814, contact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volvo XC60 B5 Momentum AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $44,999 (6464). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021

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2021 Mazda 6 Touring, Sedan / Saloon, $27,995. Patriot Military Automobiles GmbH - Spangdahlem II, 1A Im Kreuzgarten, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, con tact@patriot-autos.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe AWD, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $39,999 (6300). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 BMW X3 xDrive30i AWD MSport, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $49,999 (6350). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kai serslautern@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport SE, Wagon, Front, CVT, $23,999 (5974). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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Berlin has changed a lot since the reunion of Germany. Offices, malls and hotels were built. Art and culture flourished. Berlin slowly but steadily became the capital in many ways. The parliament gathers in the German Reichstag, Europe’s biggest assembly room. The city is colorful and trendy, chic and beautiful, inspiring and multicultural.

The Big “B”

Nothing is impossible in Berlin. It has Germany’s tallest tower (TV tower), Europe’s biggest shopping mall (KaDeWe), the world’s largest universal museum (Museumsinsel, “island of the museums”), where you will also discover the world’s largest Open Air Gallery. More than a kilometer of the Berlin Wall is still standing, painted with symbolic graffiti and named East Side Gallery. The unique museum of Contemporary Trash Art is located in Berlin, as well.

Besides expensive shopping malls, visitors can rummage in boutique shops or at multiple flea markets across town. There are a diverse range of cafés, pubs and restaurants offering dishes from all over the world. Visit the chocolate house to watch how your own, individually created chocolate is made. Playing minigolf in black light connects art and sports – give it a try!

All sights can be reached by public transport 24/7. Hop on line 100 to get a fantastic sightseeing tour for a very small budget. The view from any window shows what a green city this is – even with 3.6 million inhabitants. Many parks like the

“Tiergarten” and parts of the river Spree are an oasis of calm.

Staying in the Heart of Berlin

The friendly Youth Hostel Berlin International is located in a green space within the center of the capital. It makes a great base for exploring the city and is within walking distance from Potsdamer Platz, Brandenburger Gate and many other key tourist attractions. It’s an ideal place for budget family accommodation, not just for youngsters.

People from all over the world meet here and find themselves fascinated by the metropolis Berlin. Guests can join city tours in German, English or Spanish for free. How about a boat tour on the Spree, for example?

End your exciting day by relaxing at the barbecue area or the 24 hour bar of the

Youth Hostel, where you can order pizza, burgers, beer or exotic cocktails. Large TV screens invite you to enjoy a football match or movie. A game room with table tennis, foosball and pool are available at all hours of the day, and you can keep up with the latest news from around the world with daily newspapers in English and German.

Berlin Youth Hostel International also offers daily 3½ hour English walking tours through the city with a professional guide, in co-operation with New Berlin Tours. Other tours are also available that start later in the evening; the nightlife-scouts of the Youth Hostel show the guests the most famous and fancy clubs including some insider tips of the colorful scene.

All in all there are three youth hostels located in Berlin. You’ll find a quiet and romantic place at the Youth Hostel “Am

Wannsee” with its huge outdoor area located on Lake Wannsee. Discover four-bed rooms, some with en suite shower/WC – ideal for families. There are also a limited number of single and double rooms available too.

The special feature of the youth hostel is its modern amenities and great location on Lake Wannsee, a peaceful alternative to the hustle and bustle of the big city. But Berlin city center is just a quick 15 minutes S-Bahn ride away. The town of Potsdam with the impressive Sanssouci Castle can also be reached in 15 minutes.

Learn more at www.jugendherberge.de

Culture and Heritage – Discover Germany on a Budget

More than 500 different Youth Hostels in Germany offer comfortable accommodations and state-of-the-art facilities, and each youth hostel has a unique flair that will make your stay extra special.

Youth hostels are the perfect place to soak up Germany’s culture and heritage. Families are always welcome and as German school children learn English from a young age it’s a great way for your children to integrate with German kids in order to enhance their experience of living here. With playgrounds and fun activities for the little ones as well as programmes designed for adults, the entire family will have a memorable holiday at a very bargain price. Of course you can also choose from a wide selection of affordable hotels that are easily accessible by public transport or a little out of town in case you’re traveling by car and looking for a more quiet place to stay.

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Two students having fun in front of the Bundestag building in Berlin.

The Berliner Dom (Berlin Cathedral) at Museumsinsel (Museum Island) with excursion boat on Spree river.

USAG RP CYS kick-off spring break with a staff resilience training day

Story and photo by Tammy Muckenfuss USAG-Rheinland Pfalz Public Affairs

U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz Child, Youth and School Services conducted a comprehensive training day for all CYS personnel Mar. 24 at the Landstuhl Youth Center.

The first half of the day was centered on resiliency, with training provided by James M. Honeycutt, Employee Assistance Program/ Prevention Coordinator. According to Honeycutt, “My mission was to conduct a resiliency day for the CYS staff that focused on building mutually supportive relationships, detecting signs of burn out, encouraging helpseeking, fostering supportive team communication, and strengthening a sense of team identity.”

The highlight of the morning was a tactical arts and crafts team building exercise, centered around shared team values. During this portion, all 12 program teams from across Rheinland-Pfalz and Baumholder came together to create team posters with a logo that captured their shared experience from the resiliency training they received that morning

CROSSWORD

and creatively display how they will continue to work together towards shared goals and values.

Travis Gentry, of Landstuhl CDC, explained his team’s poster, “Divide the task, multiply the success. This describes how by working together as a unit — things work better for everyone.”

Hunter Kautz, of LCDC I Preschool and his teammates created a poster that says “You gotta peel if you wanna feel” and shows a banana happily shedding its outer peel. According to Kautz, “Our logo represents sharing at work, getting to know one another better – which makes work more fun.”

Jacqueline Joye and Noah Jacob Paul of the Wetzel Teen Center described their team’s poster of a bee, with the words “Just Bee” as a reminder to take things as they are, and bee your authentic self — sentiments that ring true for them and for the teens that they serve each day.

The posters will be displayed in each respective center to motivate the staff during daily activities and serve as a reminder of their shared commitment to help and care for one another.

Mr. Kevin Breisch, Facility

Director/Training Specialist and Ms. Melissa Gironda, Training Specialist, worked together to organize the training day, which not only produced favorable physical and mental health outcomes for the staff, but it also served as the annual Operation Excellence refresher training, enabling 172 CYS staff members to meet and complete this requirement.

“We have four training days on the calendar each year, this was the first for this year, first quarter,” said Breisch. “Melissa and I thought, how can we make this training special? And we decided that the resiliency training is a great way to provide the staff tools and resources to care for themselves and each other — while letting them know that we care about them. These are all the caregivers, administrative assistants, the nonsupervisory staff — these are the people who are on the front lines every day.”

Gironda added, “We wanted a topic that could benefit everyone, and with the subject of mental health and awareness, we want to create the notion that it’s okay to take a step back and take care of yourself. We ask our staff to take care of our children every day, and now we want

them to pause and make sure that they take time to focus on themselves and their needs – to help each other and improve our programs.”

The Army’s Child and Youth Services programs are designed to foster and develop children’s physical, intellectual and socio-emotional capabilities. The goal of the quality child and youth development options is to reduce the conflict between parental responsibilities and unit mission requirements.

More than 200 Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation

employees serve seven Army CDCs in the Rheinland-Pfalz garrison footprint — two at Baumholder, two at Landstuhl, and one each at Kleber Kaserne, Miesau Army Depot, and Sembach Kaserne. Kleber CDC reopened in August 2019. The Air Force also offers CDCs at Ramstein Air Base and Vogelweh Housing Complex.

For more information about Child, Youth and School Services, visit https://kaiserslautern.armymwr. com/programs/about-cys-services

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Child, Youth and School Services conducted a comprehensive training day for all CYS personnel at the Landstuhl Youth Center, March 24. Travis Gentry, of Landstuhl CDC, explained his team’s poster, “Divide the task, multiply the success. This describes how by working together as a unit – things work better for everyone.”

COMMUNITY EVENTS

RECURRING EVENTS

Rolling Hills Club House Rental

The Rolling Hills Army Golf Course club house is available for rent. The club house can accommodate up to 60 people. Host your birthdays, family get-togethers, leadership conferences, special occasions, or unit activities in a picturesque setting. Call the Rolling Hills Army Golf Course at 531-3409 or 0611143-531-3409 to book your event today! For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Officially Establish Your Golf Handicap at Rolling Hills Army Golf Course

The Rolling Hills Army Golf Course now offers the chance to officially establish your handicap through the United States Golf Association and Texas Golf Association. The handicap runs from January to December each year and costs $26. If you need more information, see the Pro Shop Personnel at Rolling Hills Golf Course or call them at 531-3409 or 0611-143-531-3409. You can also visit Baumholder.armymwr. com for more information.

Health and Wellness

Coaching

Yoga and Massage Studio now offers health and wellness coaching with a board-certified Family Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine physician. The 45-minute sessions begin in January and end in May and will be held Monday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. For cost and more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr. com.

Thursday Night-Burger and Pizza Night at Tavern on the Rock

Thursday just got better! Enjoy a burger, fries, and coleslaw for $15, or a pepperoni and cheese pizza for $11, Feb. 9 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Tavern on the Rock (Inside Rheinlander Convention Center) on Smith Barracks, Bldg. 8085. For more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Month of the Military Child Celebration

Celebrate the Month of the Military Child on April 22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Pulaski Park on Pulaski Barracks! This year’s theme is “Honoring the Past, Treasuring the Present, Shaping the Future.” Enjoy an exciting day of games and activities, arts & crafts, food trucks, demonstrations from different SKIES classes, a color run, and a resiliency obstacle course! This event is in partnership with Ramstein 86th FSS. For more information, visit Baumholder. armymwr.com or kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Month of the Military Child

The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Family and MWR has several events planned to celebrate military children in the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern communities, during April, Month of the Military Child. For a listing of these events, check out the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Army Family and MWR websites at baumholder.armymwr. com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Month of the Military Child Calendar of Events

A calendar of the Month of the Military Child lists a series of free events hosted by CYS (Child and Youth Services) in partnership with Family and MWR organizations throughout the month of April to celebrate and recognize military children and youth. These events are also in honor of Autism Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month. These events are listed on baumholder.armymwr.com. For information, call Parent Central Services in Kaiserslautern at 0611-143-541-9065 or 541-9065, or in Baumholder, 0611-143531-3440 or 531-3440.

Military Spouse Appreciation Month

Wetzel Kaserne. Registration is now until May 15. Golfers must be 18 and older. Cost is $8 for each day. Golfers will play 18 holes each day. To register, call the golf course at 531-3408 or 0611-143-531-3408.

Family and MWR Community Expo: Celebrating Military Spouses

On May 26, from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., spend your lunch hour with Family and MWR celebrating military spouses, the heart of the community! Meet representatives from Family and MWR programs and local community partners, learn about programs and services available to the military community, enjoy giveaways, and the chance to win great prizes, including the grand prize of $500 in European Travel through Army Outdoor Recreation! For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Cosmic Cornhole Tournament

The Baumholder Warrior Zone is hosting a Cosmic Cornhole Tournament May 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the warrior zone, located in Bldg. 8218 on Smith Barracks. Cost is $10 per participant. Event is open to Service Members and their guests 18 and older. For more information, call the Baumholder Warrior Zone at 531-2837 or 0611-143-531-2837.

PAR 3 Golf Tournament

The Rolling Hills Golf Course is hosting a PAR 3 Golf Tournament Saturday, May 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the golf course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. Cost is €26 or $24. Active duty in ranks E1 to E5 pay $14, and E6 and above pay $19. To register, call the golf course at 531-3408 or 0611143-531-3408.

Parent Education Series

Baumholder April to June trip

Schedule Available

Find the Baumholder Outdoor Recreation travel schedule for April to June under the “Calendar” section of baumholder. armymwr.com. Go on express trips to Venice, Prague, Amsterdam, and Paris. Visit Legoland, Aqualand and Europa Park. Try Scuba diving, river tubing, canoeing, or riding a UTV. For questions, call the Baumholder Outdoor Recreation at 5313401 or 0611-143-531-3401.

Newsies Jr Performances

Yoga Basics Class

Looking to enhance your well-being and try something new? Join the Yoga Basics workshop on Saturday, April 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at Pulaski Massage & Yoga Studio. Pre-registration is recommended, and the class is open to those ages 16 and up. The cost is $10 and tickets can be purchased in advance at Outdoor Rec from Monday to Friday between 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information and to preregister, call the instructor, Nicole Daone, at 0151 576 86381 or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Intramural Unit Level Softball

The Award-Winning KMC Onstage presents Newsies Jr April 14 to 16 and April 21 to 23 at the Kaiserslautern Community Activity Center, Bldg. 3109 on Daenner Kaserne. Shows are 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday. This production celebrates Month of the Military Child and features an all-youth cast performing a show the whole family will love! For more information, call 541-9129 or 0611-143-541-9129 or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Army Volunteer Recognition Ceremony

The Kaiserslautern Intramural Sports Program announces the registration for the upcoming Intramural Unit Level Softball Season, April 27 to May 16. Letter of Intent is available at the Kleber, Sembach, Landstuhl and ROB Physical Fitness Centers. These letters of intent must be submitted by the mandatory coaches meeting, which will be May 17 at 7 p.m. at the Kleber Fitness Center, Bldg. 3235/3234 on Kleber Kaserne. Open to ID Card Holders 18 years and older. For more information, call 4932087 or 0631-3406-493-2087.

Baumholder Intramural Unit Level 2023 Softball Season

The U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz Family and MWR has several events planned to celebrate spouses in the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern communities during May, Military Spouse Appreciation Month. For a listing of these events, check out the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Army Family and MWR websites at baumholder.armymwr.com or kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Disc Golf Tournament

The Rolling Hills Golf Course is hosting a two-day Disc Golf Tournament Saturday and Sunday, May 20 and 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the golf course, Bldg. 8888 on

Baumholder Child and Youth Services and ACS Family Advocacy Program are partnering to bring the free Parent Education Series, which will be held the third Thursday of each month from May to July at ACS, Bldg. 8666 on Smith Barracks. The goal of the series is to provide parents, expecting parents and those considering becoming parents, resources that they can use to ease the challenges of parenting. For more information, call 531-3437 or 531-2850, or call 0611-143-531-3437 or 0611-143531-2850.

Summer Adventure Camps for Teens

The Landstuhl Youth Center will have Summer Adventure Camp for Teens from June 12 to Aug. 18. Cost varies per trip. Deadline to register is 6 p.m. the Friday before the trip. Trips depart and return to the Landstuhl Youth Center, Bldg. 93812 on Landstuhl Post. For more information, call 486-8658 or 06371-86-8658.

The ACS Army Volunteer Corps will host the USAG Rheinland-Pfalz Volunteer Recognition Ceremony on April 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Armstrong’s Club in Building 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. This event celebrates the exceptional contributions made by volunteers throughout the Garrison in 2022. All Department of Defense ID Cardholders are welcome to attend this free event. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Warrior Challenge 5K Run

The Baumholder Intramural Sports 2023 Softball Season registration will take place April 27 to May 16. Interested participants can obtain letters of intent at the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks. This event is open to ID Cardholders aged 18 years and older, excluding those with High School or CYS affiliations. A mandatory coaches meeting is scheduled for May 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center. For more information, visit Baumholder. armymwr.com.

Spring/Summer Vehicle Safety Day

The Fitness, Athletics and Aquatics Program is proud to host a free Warrior Challenge 5K run with exercises on April 22 from 8 to 10:30 a.m. at the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105, on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Participants can register for this “Spartan-style” 5-kilometer run between 8 to 8:55 a.m. The safety and course briefing will take place at 8:55 a.m. The run will commence at 9 a.m. For more information visit baumholder. armymwr.com.

The Pulaski Automotive Skills Center, located at Building 2859 on Pulaski Barracks, is offering a complimentary Spring/Summer Vehicle Safety Day April 28 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at bays 1 to 4. This event is open to Soldiers, Family Members, and Civilians with a USAREUR registered vehicle and a valid ID card. For more information, please visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com or call 4934167 or 0631-3406-4167.

Due to host nation regulations to prevent the spread of COVID-19, some community events may be cancelled or postponed. Please verify the status before making plans to attend a community event.

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AT THE MOVIES

Chevalier (2023)

Inspired by the incredible true story of composer Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de SaintGeorges. The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Bologne rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with an ill-fated love affair and a falling out with Marie Antoinette and her court.

Cast: Kelvin Harrison Jr., Samara Weaving, Minnie Driver Director: Stephen Williams

ADVENTURE/FANTASY

Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves (2023)

A charming thief and a band of unlikely adventurers embark on an epic quest to retrieve a long lost relic, but their charming adventure goes dangerously awry when they run afoul of the wrong people.

Cast: Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, RegéJean Page Directors: John Francis Daley, Jonathan Goldstein

ADVENTURE/COMEDY

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)

With help from Princess Peach, Mario gets ready to square off against the all-powerful Bowser to stop his plans from conquering the world.

Cast: Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Jack Black

Directors: Aaron Horvath, Michael Jelenic

ACTION/NEO-NOIR

John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023)

With the price on his head ever increasing, legendary hit man John Wick takes his fight against the High Table global as he seeks out the most powerful players in the underworld, from New York to Paris to Japan to Berlin.

Cast: Keanu Reeves, Donnie Yen, Scott Adkins, Asia Kate Director: Chad Stahelski

TODAY

Evil Dead Rise (R) 1630, 1930

Chevalier (PG-13) 1545

Renfield (R) 1915

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG) 1600, 1845

Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves (PG-13) 1615

John Wick: Chapter 4 (R) 1830

SATURDAY

Evil Dead Rise (R) 1300, 1930

Chevalier (PG-13) 1145, 1830

Renfield (R) 1315, 1915

The Pope’s Exorcist (R) 1545

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG) 1115, 1200, 1430, 1700

The Super Mario Bros. Movie in 3D (PG) 1445

Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves (PG-13) 1615

John Wick: Chapter 4 (R) 1730

SUNDAY

Evil Dead Rise (R) 1300, 1930

Chevalier (PG-13) 1145, 1830

Renfield (R) 1315, 1915

The Pope’s Exorcist (R) 1545

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG) 1115, 1200, 1430, 1700

The Super Mario Bros. Movie in 3D (PG) 1445

Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Amongst Thieves (PG-13) 1615

John Wick: Chapter 4 (R) 1730

MONDAY CLOSED

HORROR/COMEDY

Renfield (2023)

Renfield, the tortured aide to his narcissistic boss, Dracula, is forced to procure his master’s prey and do his every bidding. However, after centuries of servitude, he’s ready to see if there’s a life outside the shadow of the Prince of Darkness.

Cast: Nicolas Cage, Nicholas Hoult, Awkwafina Director: Chris McKay

TUESDAY CLOSED

WEDNESDAY CLOSED

THURSDAY

Evil Dead Rise (R) 1900

Chevalier (PG-13) 1800

Renfield (R) 1915

The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG) 1830

Editor’s

Poster by Paramount Pictures

Poster by Lionsgate Films

Screenshots and poster by Searchlight Pictures

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Poster by Universal Pictures

Poster by Universal Pictures