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Stronger together: 86 MDG, German SWAT partner for medical training

German SWAT officers hoist a mannequin over a combat casualty obstacle while training at Landstuhl, July 31. The 86th Medical Group held its second iteration of Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for the officers, further strengthening the relationship between German police and the U.S. Air Force.

Story & photos by Airman 1st Class

Joseph Curzi

86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The 86th Medical Group held its second iteration of Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for German SWAT members from different states throughout Germany, at Ramstein Air Base, July 28 - Aug. 1.

The five day course followed the success of last year’s training, which was inspired by RheinlandPfalz Special Operations Police Force’s goal to strengthen SWAT medical skills and foster relationships between German police and the U.S. Air Force.

“This training shows we can work in every combat casualty care scenario together,” said a Rheinland-Pfalz Special Forces Police medic. “Whether it’s the Air Force or Army, we get familiar with each other’s terminology to achieve

View of the Brandenburg state parliament, Potsdam

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the same goal, saving lives.”

Over the week, 86th MDG personnel trained SWAT officers on advanced bleeding control methods and other lifesaving techniques in the classroom and applied the practical skills in real world training scenarios using cutting-edge mannequins.

“Our main goal is teaching a high-level grasp of U.S. military TCCC; bridging the language and terminology gap,” said Tech. Sgt Ryan Tegtmeier, 10th Expeditionary Aeromedical Evacuation Flight aeronautical evacuation technician. “Sharing our military’s medical knowledge has always been a way we establish deeper trust and relationship with other nations.”

The second-annual joint training further cemented the working relationship between German

police and the U.S. Air Force. According to Tegtmeier, the continued collaboration also ensures that both sides keep growing their capabilities.

The conclusion of the course consisted of a rigorous final exercise in which SWAT members were required to apply all skills learned throughout the week. This exercise was designed to test not only the technical medical skills they had developed, but also their ability to work cohesively under pressure. The SWAT officers performed advanced trauma care in highstress, realistic combat environments, replicating the conditions they might encounter in real-life operations.

One SWAT member explained how the training connected the forces and the whole point of the training was for the members to be better today than they were yesterday.

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German SWAT officers position a mannequin for a blood sweep during Tactical Combat Casualty Care training at Ramstein Air Base, July 30.

A German SWAT officer inserts an IV into a mannequin during Tactical Casualty Combat Care at Landstuhl, July 31. The 86th Medical Group held its second iteration of Tactical Combat Casualty Care training for the officers, further strengthening the relationship between German police and the U.S. Air Force. Photos by Airman 1st Class Joseph Curzi

Airmen assigned to the 86th Medical Group and German SWAT officers discuss training plans during Tactical Combat Casualty training at Landstuhl, July 31.

THE HOUSING HYPE

SPONSORS: HOUSING OFFICE IN-PROCESSING UPDATE

If you are sponsoring a new arrival who is assigned to the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC), housing-eligible service members are required to in-process within two working days of arrival with the KMC Housing Office.

Active-duty accompanied service members are eligible to apply for on-base family housing upon reporting in. After receipt and verification of all associated documents (contact Housing Office for details), the service member’s eligibility date will be based on the date that the member signed out of the losing installation and a housing offer will be made when housing becomes available. Eligible unaccompanied personnel and those on the MFH waitlist who plan to live in the local economy must secure an available, move-inready home that can be occupied within 30 days of their arrival date.

As always, the KMC Housing Office works to ensure a smooth and non-stressful approach to the in-processing experience during personnel moves. So, here is a short list of the steps and documents required to receive assistance from the KMC Housing Office.

KMC HOUSING IN-PROCESSING CHECKLIST:

Contact the Housing Assistance Section (KMCHousing@us.af.mil) for:

» Initial Housing Briefing

» Incoming TLA Reimbursement Process

» Discuss Family Housing Wait List

» Discuss Housing Policies

IN-PERSON HOUSING BRIEFINGS:

» Tuesdays & Thursdays: 09:00 at the KMC Housing Office Conference Room

» Wednesdays: 10:00 at the Ramstein Newcomers Orientation at the Ramstein Enlisted Club

TAKE NOTE

ATTN: Those packing up, leaving the KMC

Many members wait too long to begin the household goods moving process, thereby causing additional stress and delays. The 86th Logistics Readiness Squadron Personal Property Office advises movers to call them at +49-631-536-7727 three weeks before moving to begin the booking process.

Finance Customer Service

Upcoming Office Closures:

The KMC Housing Office and Furnishings Management Section will be closed on Aug. 15, Sep. 1, and Sep. 10.

Official Photo Studio has moved

The 86th AW/PA Official Photo Studio has moved to our new permanent location. The new location is in the second-floor offices located in the back portion of the Hercules Theatre, Bldg 2101. To schedule an appointment, go to www.ramstein.af.mil. If you have any questions call DSN: 480-9199.

Finance customer service walk-ins are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. MondayFriday, in building 2108.

Appointments can be booked through the QR code. For all other matters, please submit a ticket through the Comptroller Services Portal at https://csp.cce.af.mil/

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Attention all retirees, veterans, spouses and surviving spouses. If you would like to receive emails regarding upcoming events, veterans’ affairs, entitlements, pay and benefits that are sent out by the Retiree Affairs Office, please email your contact information to 86aw.rao@us.af.mil so that we can update our contact list. Thank you!

Your Retiree Affairs Office wants you!

It is our mission to serve our retiree community. We rely completely on volunteers to accomplish this mission. Volunteering can mean as little as one day a week for a four-hour block. The RAO is open Mon 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Tue/

Wed/Thu from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and closed for lunch from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. We are located in Building 2118, Room 138.

Please visit our website at https://www. ramstein.af.mil/Resources/Retiree-ActivitiesProgram/ for factsheets and recent RAO Newsletters on navigating being a retiree in Germany. Routine questions can be sent via email, but we ask that you make an appointment for specific subjects such as pre-death planning/ surviving spouse issues and/or retiring in Germany. For appointments either call during office hours at 06371-47-5486, and/or send us an email to: 86aw.rao@us.af.mil.

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The KMC Housing Office is located on Kapaun Air Station, 5th Avenue, Building 2020.

Washington Commanders hold military appreciation day

by Office of the Secretary of Defense Public Affairs

The NFL’s Washington Commanders paused their usual training camp routine August 10 to host thousands of service members and their families for a military appreciation day, an invitation-only session at the team’s practice facility that culminated in a joint-service “Salute to Service” boot camp on the field.

Approximately 4,000 people attended the event this year, which is organized through the club’s Washington Salute program.

The event, closed to the general public, gave troops and families a close-up view of practice at the OrthoVirginia Training Center in

Ashburn, Virginia, and then turned them into participants — running drills, doing physical training and competing side by side in NFL-style drills led by club staff.

The boot camp has become a recurring feature of Commanders’ camp and similar NFL engagements, designed to honor and connect the military community with the team.

“It was a really good time to get out there and connect with other [military] branches — do a little PT, compete a little bit and show our Marines are the best,” said Marine Corps Cpl. James McGee assigned to 3rd Platoon, Guard Company, Marine Barracks Washington. “I joined the Marine Corps because a lot of my family

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served. They set a positive example of what a person should be — a call to duty — and it inspired me to do the same.”

Army Staff Sgt. Francesco Romero, a pianist with the U.S. Army Band, said the day offered a different kind of stage.

“It was amazing training in the Commanders’ facilities with partners from all the branches,” she said. “Joining the Army for me was a last-minute decision but representing this country through music is an incredible opportunity — and stepping away from the piano to do PT with my fellow [service members] was just as motivating. I’m excited for this to happen again. Thank you, Commanders.”

For the team, the session was

part of a larger, year-round commitment to the region’s military community. Washington Salute — billed as the NFL’s first dedicated, team - run military appreciation program — hosts events throughout the year, from VIP practice experiences to game day activations and USO partnerships.

Tickets for the military appreciation day were distributed through Washington Salute, and this year’s training camp also included several public practices on earlier dates.

The day’s emphasis on fitness and competition echoed Defense Department priorities laid out by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who has called for restoring a warrior ethos, raising standards — including physical fitness —

and sustaining a merit - based, combat-credible force.

“Everything starts and ends with warriors in training and on the battlefield,” Hegseth said in recent remarks, underscoring a focus on readiness, accountability and meritocracy.

Events like “Salute to Service” boot camp aren’t unique to Washington; NFL clubs across the country have worked to bring uniformed personnel onto practice fields for combine-style competitions. In past seasons, participating Marines and sailors described the purpose simply: to honor, empower and connect service members and their families — and to show appreciation in a tangible way.

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Service members participate in the Salute to Service NFL Boot Camp hosted by the Washington Commanders at OrthoVirginia Training Center, Ashburn, Va., Aug. 10.

Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Aiko Bongolan

Deployment Transition Center celebrates 15th Anniversary

U.S. Air Force Maj. Christine Kyce, 86th Mission Support Group Detachment 1 deployment transition center program director, delivers remarks during the 15th anniversary event of the Deployment Transition Center at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 7. The DTC offers services to all U.S. service members within the Kaiserslautern Military Community who are returning back home from a deployment.

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U.S. Air Force Capt. Timothy Jones, left, 86th Mission Support Group Detachment 1 chaplain, delivers an opening invocation for the 15th anniversary event of the Deployment Transition Center at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 7.

U.S. service members and civilian personnel assigned to Ramstein Air Base, attend the 15th anniversary event of the Deployment Transition Center at Ramstein AB, Aug. 7.

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Airman Karoline Xiong, 86th Mission Support Group Detachment

Airman Ciera Johnson, 86th Mission Support Group

trainer, pose for a photo during the 15th anniversary event of the Deployment Transition Center at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 7.

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Dylan Akery, 786th Civil Engineer Squadron electrical system journeyman, crouches beside Prince, the Deployment Transition Center morale dog at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 7.

Safety and Occupational Health Advisory Council award recognition ceremony

Mr. Michael Amarosa, executive deputy to the commanding general, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, presents the Army Achievement Medal to Master Sgt. Curtis Esterline, the unit safety officer, for his exceptional support to the 21st Theater Sustainment Command during the Safety and Occupational Health Advisory Council ceremony held at Panzer Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, Aug. 6. Esterline’s leadership, professionalism, and dedication to duty were instrumental to the unit’s overall success.

2024 during the Safety and Occupational Health Advisory Council recognition ceremony at Panzer Kaserne, Aug. 6. Diaz was recognized for her dedication to mishap prevention, helping ensure the safety of Soldiers, civilians, families, and vital resources. Her contributions to the USAREUR­AF Safety Program set her apart from her peers.

U.S. Army Col. Christopher Richardson (left), brigade commander of 16th Sustainment Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, congratulates 1st Lt. Michael A. Bardas for receiving the Army Individual Award of Excellence in Safety during a recognition ceremony at Panzer Kaserne in Kaiserslautern, Aug. 6. Bardas was honored for his exemplary leadership and commitment to maintaining safety standards across the formation.

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Mr. Michael Amarosa, executive deputy to the commanding general of 21st Theater Sustainment Command, presents a Certificate of Achievement to Staff Sgt. Jared L. Faris during the Safety and Occupational Health Advisory Council recognition ceremony at Panzer Kaserne, Kaiserslautern, Aug. 6. The contributions Faris made to the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Safety Program demonstrated his dedication and commitment to safety. Photos by Spc. Mya Webster

Michael Amarosa (left), executive deputy to the commanding general of the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, presents Stefanie Diaz with the U.S. Army Europe and Africa Individual Award of Excellence in Safety – Junior Department of the Army Civilian for fiscal year

The Purple Heart: America’s Oldest Medal

By Claudette Roulo U.S. Department of Defense

Did you know that the Purple Heart is America’s oldest military award? In 1782, although the Revolutionary War was basically over and peace talks were happening in Paris, Gen. George Washington needed a way to quell the talk of rebellion. Congress was running out of money after years of war against England. Troops were hungry and unpaid and there was talk of mutiny.

He decided to create the Badge of Military Merit to recognize heroic acts by his troops. The requirements for earning the badge were a lot different from today’s Purple Heart. Soldiers had to do something unusually heroic or perform some act that was essential to the success of the Continental Army. While that sounds more like something you’d have to do to earn the Medal of Honor, the badge was actually a cloth purple heart with the word “merit” stitched across it in white. So, in a way, both the Medal of Honor and

the Purple Heart came from the Badge of Military Merit.

One thing that made the badge different was that it was the first award meant for enlisted troops. Before this, the only way to recognize heroism by an enlisted soldier was to promote him, or for a general to give him a battlefield commission.

No one knows for sure how many soldiers ever received the Badge of Military Merit, though. It could be as few as three. And the book in which recipients’ names were recorded has been lost for more than 200 years.

Washington’s order was allowed to lapse after the war ended and the Purple Heart wasn’t revived until Feb. 22, 1932, on Washington’s 200th birthday. Designed by Elizabeth Will, an Army heraldic specialist, the modern medal features a profile image of Washington. Once again, the medal was awarded for meritorious service, but now soldiers could also receive it if they’d been wounded by the enemy.

The award was made retroactive — World War I soldiers who had earned certain awards could apply for the Purple Heart. The first medal was presented to Gen. Douglas MacArthur, the Army chief of staff at the time.

At first, the Purple Heart was only available to soldiers, but in 1942 Congress changed the rules for earning the award, authorizing it only for wounds, and made it available to all services, including some civilians.

Civilians who worked with the military, like Red Cross workers or war reporters, remained eligible for the award until 1997. Civilian employees of the Defense Department who are killed or wounded by an enemy now receive the Defense of Freedom Medal.

• Army Sgt. Stubby, a dog who was smuggled to Europe by members of the 102nd Infantry Regiment, earned the Purple Heart twice during World War I — once for being wounded in a gas attack and once for being wounded by a grenade.

• However, as of April 25, 1962, when President John F. Kennedy signed Executive

Order 11016 and formally established the rules for awarding the Purple Heart medal, military service animals are no longer able to receive the award.

• About 1.07 million Purple Hearts were awarded during World War II, more than were awarded in all of the other conflicts of the 20th century combined.

• Chief Nurse Beatrice Mary MacDonald was assigned to a British Clearing Hospital in Belgium during World War I. In 1917, she lost her right eye when German aircraft bombed her hospital. She received the Purple Heart for her wounds in 1936, retroactively making her the first woman to earn the award. She was also the first woman to earn the Distinguished Service Cross. MacDonald served with the Army in

Belgium and France for the rest of the war.

• One of the most famous civilians to earn the Purple Heart was Ernie Pyle, a war correspondent who covered World War II from the trenches of Europe before being killed in the Battle of Okinawa.

• Audie Murphy received the Purple Heart three times during World War II. He also received every combat award for valor available from the Army — including the Medal of Honor — as well as French and Belgian awards for heroism.

• Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Reckless, a horse, received the Purple Heart twice for wounds she received in combat during the Korean War.

• The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor is in New Windsor, New York.

Members of the Continental Army color guard march through the snow in “The Continentals,” an 1875 painting by Frank Blackwell Mayer.

Photo by Library of Congress

The Badge of Military Merit issued to Sgt. Elijah Churchill is on display at the New Windsor Military Cantonment State Historic Site in New York. Photo by New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Two Purple Heart medals with ribbons sit inside cushioned boxes at The Institute of Heraldry at Fort Belvoir, Va. Photo by Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Reina Delgado

Chief Nurse Beatrice Mary MacDonald in a destroyed French town, circa 1917­19. Photo by New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

Faith, fortitude: USAG Rheinland­Pfalz celebrates 250 years of US Army chaplains

by Mary Del Rosario U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz

U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz Religious Support Office hosted the 250th U.S. Army Chaplain Corps Anniversary Community Fair at Pulaski Park July 30 to commemorate the heritage of U.S. Army Chaplain Corps.

More than 250 community members attended the event, which featured historical exhibits, wellness resources, interactive displays and family activities. The fair highlighted the Chaplain Corps’ role in supporting Soldiers, families and civilians by promoting spiritual readiness with tools for emotional and spiritual support. It also celebrated the Corps’ mission, “for God and Country,” and cultivated connections between the community, local leaders and support agencies.

U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz Garrison Chaplain Lt. Col. Ronaldo Silva opened the event and Chaplain Col. Andrew Lawrence, IMCOM-E Command Chaplain, served as guest speaker.

During opening remarks, Silva reflected on the Corps’ history, stating, “It’s wonderful to come together and celebrate everything this institution stands for.” He noted that over 3,000 chaplains serve across the total U.S. Army, representing approximately 110 faith groups.

The garrison’s RSO provides and coordinates religious services for the Kaiserslautern and Baumholder military communities and supports the commander’s duty to safeguard free religious expression.

For more information about the RSO, visit: https://home.army.mil/ rheinland-pfalz/about/directoratessupport-offices/religious-supportrso

U.S. Army Garrison RheinlandPfalz advances the Department of Defense mission to achieve peace through strength as we serve, support and secure the total force community, enabling power projection for the European Theater.

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland­Pfalz Religious Support Office hosted the 250th U.S. Army Chaplain Corps Anniversary Community Fair at Pulaski Park July 30 to commemorate the heritage of U.S. Army Chaplain Corps. The fair highlighted the Chaplain Corps’ role in supporting Soldiers, families and civilians by promoting spiritual readiness with tools for emotional and spiritual support.

Photos by Chaplain Peter S. Bahng, Religious Support Office

U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland­Pfalz Religious Support Office hosted the 250th U.S. Army Chaplain Corps Anniversary Community Fair at Pulaski Park July 30 to commemorate the heritage of U.S. Army Chaplain Corps.

Joint forces conclude Red Flag-Alaska 25-3

A KC­135 Stratotanker assigned to the 168th Air Refueling Wing takes flight during Red Flag­Alaska 25­3 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, July 31. RF­A simulates the complexities of potential scenarios, providing unique opportunities to integrate various forces into joint, coalition and multilateral training from simulated forward operating bases, enhancing the ability to respond effectively to contingencies.

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, ALASKA — Personnel from each U.S. military branch concluded

the two-week, joint force training exercise, Red Flag-Alaska 25-3, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska.

“The purpose of Red FlagAlaska is for the joint force to practice combat skills we don’t normally get to practice at a home station,” said U.S. Air Force

Col. Christian Bergtholdt, RF-A 25-3 deployed forces commander. “Getting fifth generation fighter aircraft together from the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps is not something we get to do very frequently, so this was a good opportunity for us to practice

U.S. Marine Corps Marines assigned to Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 121 perform maintenance on a F­35B Lightning II during Red FlagAlaska 25­3 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, July 31. RF­A provides unique training opportunities to integrate various forces into joint, coalition and multilateral training from simulated forward operating bases.

against a high-end threat together.”

Approximately 55 visiting aircraft participated in RF-A 25-3, such as EA-18G Growlers and multiple variants of the fifth-generation fighter aircraft, the F-35 Lightning II, also engaged in daily sorties during the exercise.

what our differences are and how we can put those together. We learn to put those differences aside, and be one team, one fight.”

RF-A training ranges from individual skill development to large-scale joint engagements. The adaptable scenarios integrate a variety of forces into a realistic threat environment, leveraging over 77,000 square miles of airspace within the Joint Pacific Alaska Range Complex, the largest combat training range in the world.

“We’ve got access to a very large swath of airspace we don’t normally have back home,” said U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Joshua Falgoust, Marine Fighter Attack Squadron 311 assistant operations team chief.

“Participating in this exercise not only gives us the ability to oper-

“It’s good to practice and operate together– see how each other talks differently, speaks differently and just works differently,” said U.S. Air Force Maj. Shaun Dickinson, 353rd Combat Training Squadron Red FlagAlaska 25-3 team chief. “We learn

ate out of a new location, but also to plan and coordinate with other units operating out of different locations as well.”

The geographic environment provided by RF-A 25-3 offered an opportunity to improve logistical coordination, as well as build understanding and cohesion by bridging differences in communication and operational styles across service branches.

“This iteration of Red FlagAlaska created good crosstalk between each branch and has really evolved our combat capabilities,” Bergtholdt said. “What I hope our Airmen, Marines, Sailors and Soldiers take away from this exercise is that when the joint force works together, American air power is pretty [darn] awesome, and we can’t do it alone.”

U.S. Navy personnel perform pre ­flight checks for an EA­18G Growler assigned to the Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 138 before taxiing during Red FlagAlaska 25­3 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, July 22.

Story & photos by Senior Airman

Alexzandra Gracey 354th Fighter Wing

95 Combat Sustainment Support Battalion conducts safety standdown

U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Bryan Erwin, HHC, 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, shares a personal life experience with 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Soldiers to encourage situational awareness and prevent complacency. The session held at the Wagon wheel Theater located on Baumholder, on July 31.

Lt. Col. James J. Seale, Commander 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, speaks to Soldiers of the Herd Battalion during a safety standdown event held at the Hall of Champions Gymnasium located on Baumholder, on July 11. The session was held to educate servicemembers on various safety related topics and to ensure a continued state of readiness across battalion which is a theater level sustainment support asset.

A guest speaker briefs Soldiers of the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Batticon during a safety standdown session held at the Hall of Champions Gymnasium located on Baumholder, on July 11.

Lt. Col. James J. Seale, Commander 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion, speaks to Soldiers of the Herd Battalion during a safety standdown event held at the Hall of Champions Gymnasium located on Baumholder, on July 11.

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Bennett, a military police Soldier assigned to the 108th Military Police Battalion, speaks to Soldiers from the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion during a safety stand­down session at the Hall of Champions Gymnasium, Baumholder, July 11. The event educated service members on various safety topics and reinforced readiness across the theater­level sustainment support battalion.

Mr. Tomas Howes, 16th Sustainment Brigade Safety Specialist, speaks to Soldiers of the 95th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion during a safety standdown session held at the Wagon wheel Theater located on Baumholder, on July 31. During the session, Howes discussed mishaps that he’s witnessed during his long career and explained the criteria and importance of reporting accidents.

US Army Soldiers, Civilians recognized for service, achievements

Story & photos by Kirk Frady Medical Readiness Command, Europe

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe hosted a townhall meeting at the Sembach Tiger Theater Aug. 6. As part of the townhall, several military and civilian members of both organizations were recognized for their outstanding achievements and length of service.

The awardees were:

Sandra Fenaillon, Lead Budget Analyst, G8 - Civilian Service Achievement Medal for Medical Readiness Command, Europe Employee of the 2nd Quarter, Category 2.

Thomas Cain, Deputy G8 - Civilian Service Achievement Medal for Medical Readiness Command, Europe Employee of the 2nd Quarter, Category 3.

Nicholas Narvaez, IG - Civilian Service Achievement Medal for meritorious achievement while serving as the Command Inspector General.

Sgt. 1st Class William Moak, Preventive Medicine NCO, Support OperationsArmy Commendation Medal for meritorious service while serving as lead administrative planner, support operations, for the 2024 Health and Readiness Symposium hosted by Medical Readiness Command, Europe.

Sgt. Gage Crisp, Command DriverArmy Commendation Medal for meritorious achievement as a member of the 2025 Army MEDCOM Best Leader Competition 1st place team.

Donny Lafferty, Safety Manager for Medical Readiness Command, Europe –20 years length of service award.

Richard Brandon Howard, Deputy Current Operations for Medical Readiness Command, Europe – 30 years length of service award.

Gina Feist, Command Paralegal for Medical Readiness Command, Europe –40 years length of service award.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe presents Sandra Fenaillon, Lead Budget Analyst, G8 with the Civilian Service Achievement Medal for Medical Readiness Command, Europe Employee of the 2nd Quarter, Category 2.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe presents Thomas Cain, Deputy G8 with the Civilian Service Achievement Medal for Medical Readiness Command, Europe Employee of the 2nd Quarter, Category 3, Aug. 6.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe presents Nicholas Narvaez with the Civilian Service Achievement Medal Aug. 6 for meritorious achievement while serving as the Command Inspector General.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe, presents Richard Brandon Howard, Deputy of Current Operations for Medical Readiness Command, Europe with a certificate for 30 years of faithful service on Aug. 6.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe, presents

Command Paralegal for Medical Readiness Command, Europe with a certificate for 40 years of faithful service on Aug. 6.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe, presents Donny Lafferty, Safety Manager for Medical Readiness Command Europe with a certificate for 20 years of faithful service on Aug. 6.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe, presents Army Sgt. Gage Crisp with an Army Commendation Medal Aug. 6 for meritorious achievement as a member of the 2025 Army U.S. Army MEDCOM Best Leader Competition 1st place team.

U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Roger Giraud, commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe, presents Sgt. 1st Class William Moak, Preventive Medicine NCO, Support Operations for Medical Readiness Command, Europe with an Army Commendation Medal on Aug. 6 for meritorious service while serving as lead administrative planner, support operations, for the 2024 Health and Readiness Symposium hosted by Medical Readiness Command, Europe.

Gina Feist,

ATAMMC bridges the gap with mental health support for military youth

This graphic illustration depicts the Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center as it proudly announces the continued success of its Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program, which offers vital mental health services for TRICARE­ eligible youth aged 12 to 18. The CAPH Program is dedicated to supporting military families by providing a structured day treatment option, ensuring that adolescents struggling with various mental health challenges receive the care they need while remaining connected to their families and communities. Graphic Illustration by Reese Brown

by Reese Brown and Kyle Lee Harvey

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FORT BELVOIR, VA. — Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment to military families through its Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization (CAPH) Program, a vital initiative that provides comprehensive mental health care for TRICAREeligible adolescents between the ages of 12 and 18.

For nearly 30 years, CAPH has delivered evidence-based, day-treatment mental health services in a structured, therapeutic setting, serving as a lifeline for military-connected youth facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, Autism Level I, and parentchild relational issues. By combining medical excellence with compassion and community integration, the program helps young patients stabilize and thrive without the disruption of inpatient hospitalization.

“Military families live with resilience, adaptability, and service at their core. However, the demands of military life, including frequent relocations, deployments, and reintegration stress, can significantly impact adolescent mental health,” said Dr. Kasi Patterson, Service Chief of the CAPH and Child & Adolescent Embedded Behavioral Health

Program. “Traditional outpatient care may not provide the intensity or consistency needed to support these youth, while inpatient hospitalization may be too disruptive. The CAPH bridges the gap in care by offering a high-intensity, familycentered alternative.”

Purpose ­Driven and Accessible

Operating Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (with early dismissal at noon on Thursdays), the CAPH offers a full day of structured programming, combining individual, group, and family therapy with therapeutic community activities tailored to meet the unique needs of each participant. Patients return home each evening, preserving essential family and school connections.

Located on the 1st floor (Sunrise Entrance) of ATAMMC, the program is open to families enrolled in both TRICARE Prime and TRICARE Standard, and there are no co-pays for military beneficiaries, including those of retired service members. For families traveling from out-of-state or overseas, the Fisher House offers free lodging, ensuring accessibility to care without added logistical or financial burden.

A Holistic, Therapeutic Environment

The CAPH program is based on the principles of therapeutic community and social systems

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theory, empowering patients to take responsibility in a supportive environment that encourages emotional growth, resilience, and reintegration. An interdisciplinary care team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and behavioral health technicians, collaboratively supports each patient’s recovery journey.

Beyond clinical care, CAPH also plays a vital role in training the next generation of military behavioral health professionals, serving as a teaching site for psychiatry residents and fellows.

World­Class Care for a Deserving Population

As one of the few programs of its kind within the Military Health System, ATAMMC’s CAPH continues to set the standard for adolescent mental health care across the Department of Defense.

“The program’s design allows youth to receive intensive, individualized treatment while staying connected to their family, school, and military community,” added Dr. Patterson. “It’s not just about healing, it’s about restoring confidence, relationships, and readiness at every level.”

To learn more about the Child and Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program, contact the CAPH office directly at (571) 231-1171.

UNTERWEGS

DEIDESHEIMER WEINKERWE (WINE FEST)

AUG. 15 – 19, TOWN CENTER, DEIDESHEIM

Deidesheim Wine Festival: A highlight in the Palatinate wine festival calendar! At this special wine festival, wineries open their picturesque courtyards, and Bahnhofstraße becomes the “Woigass,” stretching from the train station to the historic market square. Wine stalls selling wine and regional specialties invite you to linger. Culinary stalls also await you in the town square, and a stage offers a varied musical program. Families will also get their money’s worth: small rides and fairground stalls provide fun and entertainment. Visitors are advised to use public transportation, there will be special trains running to the event.

KIRCHENKONZERT (CHURCH CONCERT)

AUG. 17, 5 P.M., ABBEY CHURCH, OTTERBERG

Enjoy and unusual and very unique style concert with Baroque trumpets at the Abbey Church! Trumpet-like instruments made of metal have been documented as early as 1500 BC in ancient Egypt. The biblical mention of the “Trumpets of Jericho” is arguably the most popular evidence of this ancient instrument. Originally, they served as signaling instruments for armies and to announce the arrival of rulers. But, art music also played a significant role in the trumpet. The trumpet achieved a status during the High Baroque period that is still unparalleled today. Around the same time, organ building also experienced a considerable boom. These instruments, which were becoming increasingly larger and richer in tone, were considered the pinnacle of instrument making, almost aristocratic! Waldemar Jankus and Dirk Wittfeld with Jens-Peter Enk at the organ will enchant you in a lively concert. Tickets: touristtourist--info@otterbachinfo@ otterbach.de

WEIN & MUSIC IN THE CITY

AUG. 22, 5-12 P.M., CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN

On Friday and Saturday Kaiserslautern City Management invites you to a wine experience tour, as “Wine & Music” enters its third year. Under the motto “Wine and Enjoyment,” nearly 35 restaurants will be presenting themselves, including open-air venues, offering a fantastic opportunity to get to know their specialties and, above all, sample them. The wine tour through the city will be atmospherically accompanied by an attractive music program. Visitors can look forward to a rich selection of events at over 15 locations in the city center on both days. There will be live music and DJs both outdoors and in the restaurants: From electronic music to rock and pop to singer-songwriter pieces, there’s something for every taste. A wide range of entertainment will be offered by the “Luther Club Band,” “Jens & Friends” with Sonja Volz, Moabi Village, and Los Cuban Boys, to name just a few. For the first time, SUKURA e.V. will also present its own stage program on Stiftsplatz on both days of the event (Saturday after the weekly market), which will provide one or two musical surprises.

KERWE (VILLAGE FEST)

AUG. 23 – 25, MEHRZWECKHALLE, SEMBACH

As every year, the Sembach Musikverein invites young and old to its annual village festival. There

will be live music, food and drinks, entertainment for children and lots of fun. If the weather doesn’t hold out, some performances will be inside the multi-purpose hall. Come out and support your local music club and meet new German friends and neighbors!

MUSIKANTENLANDTAG 2025

AUG. 23, 3 – 7.30 P.M., MUSEUM/KAISERS, MACKENBACH

The event includes a sneak peek at the museum for children, a magic show with magician Tonga, an official opening by the County Commissioner and musical entertainment with Musikverein Mackenbach and Reichenbach-Steegen. You won’t go hungry with regional specialties and drinks and can use the opportunity to learn more about the Musikantenland Westpfalz legacy at the museum.

KERWE (VILLAGE FESTS)

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER

Mehlingen Aug 15. Schrollbach Aug. 15, Alsenborn Aug. 30, Ramstein: Sep. 19 – 23, KottweilerSchwanden: Sep. 19 – 22, Reuschbach: Oct. 3 – 6, Spesbach: Oct. 3-6, Steinwenden: Oct. 10 – 13, Hütschenhausen: Oct. 18 -20. Also watch for signs and posters in your individual towns.

HISTORICAL CITY WALK IN ENGLISH

SEP. 1, 3 – 4:30 P.M., TOURIST INFO, KAISERSLAUTERN

The walking-tour in the downtown area highlights interesting historical and present-day facts about the more than 750-year-old Barbarossa city. Please note that the tour does not include the underground tunnels. A registration is required per mail to Touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de or phone +49 (0)631 365 2316..

BARBAROSSA-FEST “SWINGING LAUTERN”

SEP. 4 – 6, PEDESTRIAN ZONE, KAISERSLAUTERN

Three Swinging Days in the City! Live entertainment on stages and squares, as well as marching bands in the pedestrian zone. Shop while enjoying jazz, swing, blues, boogie, salsa, soul, and rock ‘n’ roll. Experience a first-class program with regional and international bands on several stages, plus other events and activities from the business community. Marching bands will ensure a great atmosphere and fun in the pedestrian zone! Complete program to be announced soon.

COUNT PALATINATE HALL A ND THE SUBTERRANEAN TUNNELS

SEP. 6, 11:15 A.M., TOURIST INFO, KAISERSLAUTERN

The tour starts in the Count Palatinate Hall of the former Casimir Castle, where official receptions of the city are held today. Afterwards you descend into the subterranean tunnels. These passages, which are approx. 70 m long, illustrate the history of Kaiserslautern. A registration is required per mail to Touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de or phone +49 (0)631 365 2316.

MEET AND CONNECT, FAMILY FEST OF CULTURES

SEP. 13, 11 A.M. – 6 P.M., SPORTHEIM, BRUCHMÜHLBACH-MIESAU

Meet and connect stands for encounter, exchange

and community with a special focus on GermanAmerican friendship, cultural diversity and a strong sense of togetherness in our region. Activities include an artisan market, a food mile and food truck, a commercial exhibit, live music, a kid’s zone, a soccer tournament, performances and hands-on activities. Come out and show your spirit!

BIERFESTE (BEER FESTS), VARIOUS LOCATIONS/DATES

LAUTRER OKTOBERFEST, SEP. 19 – OCT. 12, OPEL KREISEL PARKPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERNWEST

Kaiserslautern is hosting an Oktoberfest for the first time. It will offer typical beer fest attractions, special family days and all proceeds will go to charity organizations. If you can’t make it to Munich, try out the “light version” right in the KMC.

OKTOBERFEST

SEP. 20 – OCT. 5, THERESIENWIESE, MUNICH

Don’t miss out on the one and only, largest beer festival in the world. It draws over 6 million visitors a year, has fun rides, music in the tents and, of course, lots of beer! (Also see ABC in KMC on Sep. 19)

CANNSTADTER WASEN

SEP. 26 – OCT. 12, FAIRGROUNDS, BAD CANNSTADT (STUTTGART)

The volksfest is somewhat smaller than Oktoberfest in Munich, but draws up to 4 million visitors. It will be celebrated for the 178th time this year and offers fun and music, rides and attractions for the whole family.

DAY OF GERMAN REUNIFICATION

OCT. 3 – GERMAN NATIONAL HOLIDAY Friday, Oct 3, marks the 35th anniversary of German reunification. All stores and public offices will be closed to observe the holiday.

KESCHDEFESCHD (CHESTNUT FESTIVAL)

OCT. 3-5, ANNWEILER/TRIFELS

Chestnuts, chestnuts and even more chestnuts!

The Keschdefeschd is a must-see and taste for all fans of the fruit and go nuts! Local vendors will offer dishes and products from and with chestnuts, such as sweet and savory variations, chestnut cream, chestnut liqueur, chestnut honey, chestnut flatbread, chestnut mustard and chestnut bread. And, if that’s not nutty enough, march up the hill to visit Trifels Castle, where English King Richard the Lion Heart was held captive in the late 12th century.

BAUERNMARKT (FARMERS’ MARKET)

OCT. 5, MARKET SQUARE, RAMSTEIN

Enjoy a typical farmers’ market with fresh produce from the local area. Shops will be open on Sunday to stroll and get into the swing of colorful fall.

WEINFESTE (WINE FESTS)

VARIOUS DATES/LOCATIONS

August marks the beginning of wine fests and other colorful and exciting activities in the Palatinate region. Venture out and enjoy some wine, Federweisser, or grape juice with Zwiebelkuchen und experience the Palatinate in its most fascinating and bustling season. Some events take place later in the season and run almost up to November.

Upcoming Fests:

Kallstadter Weinfest: Aug. 29 -Sep. 1 (up to Aug. 29 only)

Binger Winzerfest: Aug. 29 – Sep. 8

Mainzer Weinmarkt, Sep. 4 – 7

Bernkastel­Kues­Weinfest Mittelmosel: Sep. 4 – 8

Bad Dürkheim Wurstmarkt: Sep. 12-16, 19-21 (also see ABC in KMC Sep. 12)

Weinlesefest Neustadt: Sep. 26-Oct. 13

Neuer Wein an der Römerkelter (Bad Dürkheim) Sep. 27 – Oct. 6. Herbstmarkt mit Weindorf in Landau: Sep. 7 – 16

Rotweinfest Ingelheim: Sep. 27 – Oct. 5

OKTOBERKERWE

OCT. 17 - 27, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN

Visit the largest fair in the region and enjoy turbulent rides and live music in several tents. Food, beverages, games, sweets and fun for the whole family. The fair will end with fireworks on Monday, Oct. 27 at about 9:30 p.m.

HERBSTMESSE (AUTUMN FAIR)

OCT 24 – NOV. 2, FESTPLATZ/SPEYER

The festival site will transform into a colorful trade fair hustle and bustle. In addition to the large number of rides, visitors can expect a wealth of culinary offerings. Experience a family-friendly ride on the Ferris wheel. The round rides and automatic scooter offer driving fun for young and old. If you’re looking for a thrill, try a ride on the high-rise attraction. In addition to numerous booths that make children’s hearts beat faster, an amusement facility will ensure lots of fun and a good mood. There are also many opportunities to put your skills to the test at the many ball/dart throwing, lottery and ring throwing booths or with fishing games and shooting carts. Beer gardens and snack bars invite you to linger. For dessert, there are sweets, ice cream and crepe carts with plenty of options for snacking.

HALLOWEEN AT BURG SATZVEY

OCT. 25, 3 P.M./6 P.M., CASTLE SATZVEY, MECHERNICH/EIFEL

Ghostly creatures will crawl out of every corner of the extensive castle grounds and terrify anyone who approaches. A particular horror highlight is the course of terror in the dark castle park - definitely not for the faint-hearted! This year a new child-friendly program for families will start at 3:00 p.m. Those who stay longer can go into the castle park from 5:00 p.m. But be careful, dark figures and monsters will soon be leaving their hiding places. From 6:00 p.m. the spooky ferryman will silently greet his guests on the castle lake – goory figures will terrify many a visitor. Who dares to enter the castle courtyard, which lies eerily in the twilight? A course of terror awaits the particularly brave. Those who dare can go in, but will you be able to get out again? The entrance opens at 7:00 p.m., while the disco starts at 10:00 p.m. Costumes are welcome! Details: https://www.burgsatzvey.de/veranstaltungen/halloween-2025-1/

TIME CHANGE

OCT. 26, 2:00 A.M., GERMANY/EUROPE-WIDE

Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour to regular Central European Time.

Photo by Piotr Krzeslak/Shutterstock.com

ABC IN KMC: Rock me Amadeus!

by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Germany and Austria have a rich legacy of producing exceptional composers, musicians, and bands who have shaped Western music through the centuries and continue to influence it today. Some from far away Berlin or Vienna, but others from just around the corner.

Johann Sebastian Bach (1685–1750), celebrated for his mastery of counterpoint and harmonic architecture, laid the bedrock for Western tonal music as early as the Baroque Era.

George Frideric Handel (1685–1759) spent much of his career in Britain, but his German roots shine in works like Messiah, Water Music and Music for the Royal Fireworks.

Felix Mendelssohn (1809–1847), a child prodigy turned conductor, gave us the Midsummer Night’s Dream Overture and the oratorio Elijah, blending lyrical grace with Romantic vitality.

Richard Wagner (1813–1883) revolutionized opera with his concept of the Gesamtkunstwerk (total artwork), where epic cycles like The Ring of the Nibelung and Tristan und Isolde forever altered harmonic language and musical drama.

Richard Strauss (1864–1949) was famous for tone poems such as Thus Spoke Zarathustra and Don Juan.

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, born in 1756 in Salzburg, Austria, became the prototype of rock’s future icons. With his rebellious character, he defined what a musician could be — touring, innovating, scandalizing and inspiring. He walked away from prestigious positions when denied creative freedom, was a womanizer, portrayed a rock-star behavior centuries ahead of its time and died at the age of 35.

Ludwig van Beethoven stands unique for the German-Austrian musical connection. Born in Bonn, Germany in 1770, he died in Vienna, Austria in 1827 at the age of 56. Being a German composer and pianist, and one of the most revered figures in the history of Western music, his works rank among the most performed of the classical music repertoire and span the

transition from the classical period to the romantic era.

Marlene Dietrich

Born Marie Magdalene Dietrich in 1901 in Berlin Schöneberg, began her career on the Weimar cabaret circuit and in silent films. Her portrayal of Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg’s “Der blaue Engel” (The Blue Angel, 1930) catapulted her to international stardom and led to a Paramount Pictures contract in Hollywood.

She relocated to the United States in the early 1930s, starring in a string of Hollywood features. Renouncing Nazism, she became a U.S. citizen in 1937 and was one of the highest-paid actresses of the era. Beyond films, Marlene was renowned for her cabaret-style singing. She toured extensively, recording songs like “Lili Marleen” that resonated on both sides of the Atlantic. During World War II, she entertained Allied troops on the front lines, raised morale through USO shows, and actively supported war relief efforts.

The Lion King and Gladiator

As one of today’s most prolific film composers, Hans Zimmer from Frankfurt scores for The Lion King, Gladiator, Inception, Dunkirk and the Dark Knight trilogy and blends electronic and orchestral textures, influencing a generation of soundtrack artists.

Rock you like a hurricane

The Scorpions formed in Hannover in the mid-1970s and quickly became Germany’s foremost hard-rock export. Over a career span of five decades, they’ve released 18 studio albums and sold over 100 million records worldwide. Their signature blend of soaring melodies and crunchy riffs has earned them a place among rock’s most enduring acts.

Their greatest hits include Wind of Change (1989) that peaked at number four, spending 25 weeks on the U.S. billboard chart. Rock You Like a Hurricane (1984), is a hard-rock staple featuring one of rock’s most recognizable riffs.

The Scorpions finally cracked the American market with their 1982 album Blackout. Among the first Western rock bands behind the Iron Curtain, introducing heavy metal to a new audience, the Scorpions starred at the Leningrad and Moscow Music Peace Festival in 1988. In the mid-1980s they

also held concerts at Madison Square Garden, with three sold-out nights at the iconic New York venue.

Rammstein

The group Rammstein, originally from East Berlin, is said to have made a mistake by adding an additional “m” to their band name, very much resembling “Ramstein.” The band is considered to be “industrial fire starters” with their harsh and industrial metal sound. The group was founded by guitarist Richard Z. Kruspe, who envisioned a fusion of heavy guitars and machinelike precision. The classic lineup with Till Lindemann has remained unchanged since inception in 1994.

Autobahn

A further group, said to be the pioneers of electronic music, and founded in Düsseldorf in 1970, is Kraftwerk. Kraftwerk’s greatest hit in the USA was Autobahn, which reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1975. The 22-minute minimalistic electronic journey resembled a ride down the Autobahn, which we can all refer to! The radio version was trimmed down to three minutes, but helped pave the way for electronic music in mainstream pop. Kraftwerk received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2014 and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2021.

Red balloons

Fronted by Gabriele “Nena” Kerner, the band Nena became an international sensation when their anti-Cold War anthem “99 Luftballons” climbed to number two on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1984. Its English version, 99 Red Balloons, cemented their place in MTV era pop history.

At a Rolling Stones concert in West Berlin in 1983, guitarist Carlo Karges saw balloons released into the sky. He imagined what might happen if they floated over the Berlin Wall and were mistaken for a threat. It became a Cold War anthem because it captured the paranoia, absurdity, and tragic consequences of global tensions during that era.

Zedd

Russian-German producer Anton “Zedd” Zaslavski, raised in Kaiserslautern,

weaponized his classical roots and EDM sensibility to create crossover hits like “Clarity,” which peaked as number eight on the Billboard Hot 100. The track won a Grammy for Best Dance Recording, paving the way for producers as headline acts. Zedd has worked with artists like Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, Troye Sivan, and Lady Gaga.

Musikantenland

Mackenbach earned its nickname as a “Musikanten-Dorf” (village) by sending thousands of musicians around the globe and the Westpfalz region has a long legacy of wandering musicians. Mackenbach is hosting the Musikantenlandtag on Aug. 23.

Let’s get together and feel all right!

While Kaiserslautern may not be famed as a hotspot for large-scale concerts, it has played host to a few standout performances worth remembering.

In 1983 the Monsters of Rock Festival took place at Betzenberg stadium (now Fritz-Walter-Stadion), featuring bands such as, Whitesnake, Twisted Sister, Thin Lizzy, Saxon, Motörhead, Meat Loaf, Blue Öyster Cult. It was a milestone event in Germany’s rock history, bringing the raw energy of British and American heavy metal to a roaring crowd in Kaiserslautern.

Another concert at the stadium was during Fleetwood Mac’s Tusk Tour. One of the scheduled bands had to cancel at short notice and was replaced by a surprise guest. The audience of over 20,000 couldn’t believe their eyes, when legendary, one and only, Bob Marley and his Wailers suddenly appeared on the stage on June 8, 1980! A lifetime memory for the fans, as he tragically died in Miami just months later in May 1981. The author of this article was in the lucky crowd that day!

“Rock Me Amadeus,” by singer Falco from Vienna became the first and only German-language song to reach number one on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 in March 1986. The lyrics: “He was a rock star, a punk and loved women. Women adored him too and always cried out c’mon rock me Amadeus!” Full text: https://genius.com/ Genius-english-translations-falco-rockme-amadeus-english-translation-lyrics

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Leapfest tests of US, international paratroopers

a static line airborne jump from a CH­47 Chinook helicopter during the event

The international competition designed to promote high­level technical training and esprit de corps within the airborne community judges paratroopers on how quickly they can land, execute a landing fall and reach a specific target area.

A Leapfest competitor makes

at Glen Rock Drop Zone, Exeter, R.I., Aug. 2.

Photos by Army Staff Sgt. Eric Kestner U.S. Army and international paratroopers conduct a static line airborne jump during Leapfest at Glen Rock Drop Zone, Exeter, R.I., Aug. 2.

A soldier conducts a static line airborne jump during Leapfest at Glen Rock Drop Zone, Exeter, R.I., Aug. 2. The international training event and competition is designed to promote high­level technical training and esprit de corps within the international airborne community.

Observers watch as Leapfest competitors make a static line airborne jump during the event at Glen Rock Drop Zone, Exeter, R.I., Aug. 2.

tests skills international paratroopers

A competitor of Leapfest finishes a static line airborne jump during the event at Glen Rock Drop Zone, Exeter, R.I., Aug. 2.

Leapfest competitors make a static line airborne jump during the event at Glen Rock Drop Zone, Exeter, R.I., Aug. 2.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

RECURRING EVENTS

Dog Obedience Training

Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation

has dog obedience training starting at eight-weeks of age held Saturdays at the Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation Motor Pool, Bldg. 2902 on Pulaski Barracks. Classes are one hour, with time slots between 9 a.m. to noon depending on the size of the dog. Cost is $15 per dog. This fee must be paid in advance by close of business Friday either in person at Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation or by calling 4934117 or 0631-3406-4117. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

SKIES Gymnastics

Enrollment is now open for SKIES Unlimited gymnastics for ages 1 to 18 in the Kaiserslautern Community. Visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com and click on the WebTrac link for class times, dates and fees by age group. Open to all ID card holders from all branches of service. For more information and to register, visit Parent Central Services, Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks, or call 5419065/ 9066/ 9067 or 0611 143 541 9065/ 9066/ 9067.

SOS Survivor Support Group

The Army Community Service Survivor Outreach Services hosts a SOS Survivor Support Group second Thursday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. in Building 3820 (next to the Thrift Shop), second floor conference room on Landstuhl Post. Registration is required and must be done by 2 p.m. the day of the meeting by calling the ACS front desk at 531-2863/2851 or 0611-143-531-2863/2851. This is an ongoing monthly support group for surviving family members of deceased active duty service members.

Latin Nights at the Rheinlander!

The last Friday of the month is Latin Night from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., in the ballroom of the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks. The Salsa Band Borinkuba will perform live several Latin music favorites, such as Salsa, Merengue and Bachata. Food is available from 8 to 11 p.m. This event is for those 18 and older, who are I.D. card holders. No cover charge. For details, call the Rheinlander Community Club at 5312887 or 0611-143-531-2887.

Thursday Night Comedy Show

Recently awarded Best Standup Comedian at the Cleveland Comedy Festival, Prateek Srivastava headlines the Thursday Comedy Show Aug. 21 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. Feature Comedian is Shivani Davé, who is a NYC-based standup comic. Special guest is Shannan Hunt, who produces the “Ha Ha” Harvest Comedy Festival each November. Host is local comedian Erin Crouch. This is an 18+ event. Doors open at 7 p.m., tickets are $15 at the door. Payment can be made with credit and debit cards or U.S dollars. Euros are not accepted. Customers can reserve seating for $12 a person when they call ahead at 541-9100 or 0611-143-541-9100 during Monday thru Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Thursday Night Comedy Show

Described by the International Comedy Club as “one of the best comedy writers in Ireland, Ger Staunton headlines the Thursday Comedy Show Sep. 18 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Kazabra Club, Bldg. 2057 on Vogelweh. Feature Comedians are Sharon Em, who is an Amsterdambased Irish Comedian, and Martin Angolo, who is an award-winning Irish comedian. Keeping with the Irish lineup is local comedian and a “wee lass” from Alaska, Erin Crouch will be hosting the show. This is an 18+ event. Doors open at 7 p.m., tickets are $15 at the door. Payment can be made with credit and debit cards or U.S dollars. Euros are not accepted. Customers can reserve seating for $12 a person when they call 541-9100 or 0611-143-541-9100 from Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more information, visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Landstuhl CYS Job Fair

Interested in making a difference for our children in the community? Child & Youth Services will host an in-person job fair Sept. 30 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Landstuhl Youth Center, Bldg. 93812 on Landstuhl Post. CYS is hiring Child & Youth Program Assistants for locations in Miesau, Landstuhl, Kleber and Sembach. Attendees are strongly encouraged to apply via the official job listing on USAJobs.gov—local HR representatives will be on site to assist with the online application and answer any questions. Applicants should also bring resumes, passports, social security cards, immunization records and three references. To request a preemployment packet or ask questions, email hayvadna.l.paolucci.naf@army.mil. For more information, call 541-9095 or 0611143-541-9095, or visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

Landstuhl Center Clubs

The Landstuhl Youth Center offers a dynamic lineup of Boys and Girls Club of America clubs for students in grades 6 through 12, with engaging opportunities in leadership, creativity and academic support. Located in Building 93812 on Landstuhl Post, the center fosters an environment where you can be whoever you want to be. From chess and robotics to Dungeons and Dragons and Smart Girls, each afternoon brings space for hands-on fun and growth. They call it attitude; we call it Teen Spirit—something you’ll find in every club. For more details, call 5419140/9159 or 0611-143-541-9140/9159, or email RLPLYC@army.mil or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

Landstuhl Center Programs

At the Landstuhl Youth Center, students in grades 6 through 12 are invited to explore after-school experiences where they can be whoever they want to be. Located in building 93812 on Landstuhl Post, the center champions teen spirit and celebrates individuality through activities in fine arts, technology, sports and more. Each program is designed to foster personal growth and leadership in an engaging, inclusive setting. All sessions are held Monday through Friday, offering a lively space for self-expression and discovery. For more information, call 541-9140/9159 or 0611-143-5419140/9159 or email RLPLYC@army.mil or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.

9/11 Remembrance 5K Run

The Baumholder Intramural Sports Program is hosting a free 9/11 5k Remembrance Run Sep. 11 starting at 7 a.m. at the Hall of Champions Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Registration starts at 6 a.m. on the day of the event at the Hall of Champions. The run will start at 7 a.m. This 5k run will include categories for adults, kids, people with dogs, and people with strollers. First, second and third medals will be awarded in the following categories: Adult male and female; and Youth 17 & under male and female. There will also be first medals awarded in the stroller pushers and runners with dogs’ categories. For more information, call the Hall of Champions Fitness Center at 531-2836 or 0611-143-531-2836, or visit baumholder.armymwr.com.

Junior Librarian

Landstuhl Library invites aspiring schoolage librarians to curate a personalized

book display for the community. Participants will select titles and share a brief biography along with the reasons behind their choices. Displays will remain showcased for one month. Those interested can register via the QR code at kaiserslautern.armymwr.com or on Friends of the Landstuhl Facebook Group. A librarian will contact registrants with next steps. Landstuhl Library is in Building 3810 on Landstuhl Post. For more information, call 541-9146 or 0611143-541-9146.

Volunteer Youth Sports Coaches

Volunteer youth sports coaches are needed for the Baumholder Youth Sports fall season. Coaches are needed for soccer, cheer, archery, bowling, volleyball, golf and flag football, ages 5-15. Benefits include: Volunteer hours toward awards and promotion, own children enrolled & receive up to 100% discount on sports fee, earn signature Baumholder sports swag gear, and have a positive impact on community and the mission. Call the youth sports and fitness office, located on Wetzel Kaserne bldg. 8876, at 531-3218 or 0611-143-531-3218 to begin your volunteer coaching journey.

August to October

Trip Schedules Available

The Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation travel schedules for August to October are available under the “Calendar” section of baumholder. armymwr.com and kaiserslautern. armymwr.com. Trips are subject to change and availability. Travelers now can sign up and pick up at both locations. For questions, please call Baumholder Outdoor Recreation at 531-3401 or 0611-143-5313401 or Kaiserslautern Outdoor Recreation at 541-5654 or 0611-143-541-5654.

Summer Shred Challenge

A Fitbit Watch is the top prize for the 7-Day Summer Shred Challenge, held Aug. 15 to 22 from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Hall of Champions Physical Fitness Center, Bldg. 8105 on Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Registration is now until Aug. 14. Cost is $10. Initial weigh-in is Aug. 15 and final weigh-in is Aug. 22 at the Hall of Champions Fitness Center. Program includes: Sevenday diet plan; several fitness classes; expert nutritional advice; and wellness classes. For more information, call 531-2836 or 0611-143-531-2836, or visit baumholder. armymwr.com.

Baumholder Fall Start Smart

Baumholder Fall Start Smart registration for ages 3 to 4, for the Baumholder community is now to Aug. 17. Sports offered are soccer and flag football. Start Smart is a Child/Parent interactive program led by a CYS Sports & Fitness Specialist. Cost is $30. Register in person

at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440, or visiting www. webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

Baumholder Fall Youth Sports Registration for the Baumholder Fall Youth Sports Season is now to Aug. 17. The following Sports are offered: Soccer (Ages 5-15) Fee: $65; Flag Football (Ages 7-14) Fee: $65; Cheerleading (Ages 5-15) Fee: $65; Archery Clinic (Ages 9-15) Fee: $50; Golf Clinic (Ages 8-15) Fee: $50; Volleyball (Ages 9-15) Fee: $50; and Bowling Clinic (Ages 8-15) Fee: $50. A current sports physical/health assessment must be on file and valid to Nov. 16 to participate. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611-143-531-3440 or Webtrac.mwr. army.mil.

Preseason Conditioning

Registration for the Baumholder preseason fall sports conditioning program for ages 8-15 is now to Aug. 17. Cost is $30. This program prepares athletes for their soccer, flag football and cheer season. Register in person at Parent Central Services, Bldg. 8876 on Wetzel Kaserne, by phone at 531-3440 or 0611143-531-3440 or Webtrac.mwr.army.mil.

Creative Engagement

Community Survey

Patrons can help shape the future of Family and MWR programming and creative activities in Baumholder and Kaiserslautern. A survey is available at baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com for those who wish to provide input. The survey remains open until Aug. 16.

Kaiserslautern’s End of Summer Car Show

Registration for the Kaiserslautern’s End of Summer Car Show is now to Sep. 6. Cost is $10 per vehicle. The car show is Sep. 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Pulaski Automotive Skills Center’s parking lot in front of building 2859 on Pulaski Barracks. Car-show participation for judging and prizes are open to all military affiliated ID card holders with or without SOFA status, to include: active duty, reserve, retired, veteran, family member, and DOD/DA/ DAF civilians. Pulaski Auto Skills will be closed that day for Craft Shop and Speedy Lube. Car wash and wands will be open. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.

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Livin’ on a prayer: Chaplain preaches on resilience to 521AMOW

Photos by Senior Airman

Sabrina Fuller-Judd

86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Capt. Rotimi Adedokun, 86th Airlift Wing chaplain, speaks to members assigned to the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing about resilience during a 521st AMOW Comprehensive Airman Fitness Resiliency Day at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 5. Adedokun addressed the importance of pillars of resilience such as physical, mental, social and spiritual, to ensure Airmen are equipped with the ability to cope with the unique challenges of military life for their overall health and readiness.

Air Force

members assigned to the 521st Air Mobility Operations

during a 521st AMOW Comprehensive Airman Fitness Resiliency Day at Ramstein Air Base, Aug.

addressed the importance of pillars of resilience such as physical, mental, social and spiritual to ensure fit to fight readiness.

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 K apaun 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 by appointment

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-Thu & 1st 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/4th Tue

Catholic Women of the Chapel (CWOC) (except July & Aug)

Bible Study: North Chapel, 9 a.m., Thu Catholic Religious Education (RE) (except June, July & Aug)

Kindergarten-7th Ramstein Intermediate School: 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Sun

Confirmation Class Ramstein Intermediate School: 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

Service is located off-base, please contact North Chapel for more info Early Morning Seminary/Scripture Study for High School aged students

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

Vogelweh School: Kapaun Chapel Annex, 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 Fri

Jewish

Facebook.com/KMCMILJEWISHCOMMUNITY

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

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

Torah Study: 7 p.m., Sat — request location & Zoom link

Hebrew School & B’nei Mitzvah Study, Sun — request location & Zoom link

For more information contact North Chapel Messianic

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

U.S.

Capt. Rotimi Adedokun, 86th Airlift Wing chaplain, speaks to

Wing

5. Adedokun

U.S. Air Force Capt. Rotimi Adedokun, 86th Airlift Wing chaplain, speaks to members assigned to the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing during a 521st AMOW Comprehensive Airman Fitness Resiliency Day at Ramstein Air Base, Aug. 5. Resilience is critical in maintaining a healthy mind and body, allowing teams to function at peak performance.

Back to school means sharing the road

August 18 marks the first day of school for the Kaiserslautern Military Community.

Large crowds of students populate the streets while parents rush to drop their kids off for school.

With that in mind, it’s important to remember school days bring congestion;

children on bikes are quickly rushing to get to school before the tardy bell rings and school buses are making stops to pick up passengers.

“Please plan ahead and expect high traffic volumes, limited parking around the Ramstein schools, and delays at the gates,” said Jennifer Hahn, 86th Mission Support Group School Liaison Officer. “Be careful and watch out for people on the

sidewalks and buses making their way to the schools.”

Hahn said traffic safety is crucial, both vehicular and pedestrian, and children should be sure to use a crosswalk when crossing streets and wait until vehicles come to a complete stop before crossing.

“Ensure your child understands not to walk, stand, or cross the street directly before or behind a bus,” Hahn said.

“Follow your school’s pick-up and drop-off procedures and if you are unsure on the procedure, contact your child’s school.”

It is increasingly important for drivers to slow down and pay attention when children are present — especially before and after school.

To heighten safety, extra security forces patrols are on site to ensure safety and assist with traffic flow.

Remember these bus safety dos and don’ts

Meeting children at the bus stop, parents:

DO …

• Wait on the same side of the street as the bus stop.

• Go to your child at the bus stop.

DO NOT …

• Wait in a parked car or in a building.

• Wait across the street from the bus stop.

• Allow your child to come to you.

• Board the bus without proper authority (only registered students, bus driver, security attendant and school officials are authorized to board a school bus).

Bottom line: When you meet your child at the bus stop, please take charge of the situation. As the adult, you can reduce the risk to your child and control the danger.

Danger Zones:

Educate your child on the danger zones as shown on the picture. We ask that you and your child take extra precautions when near a school bus.

Teach them to never cross in front of or behind a bus. Reinforce to your child that traffic

in Europe does not stop for loading and unloading of school buses.

Stress good behavior on the bus — good behavior and safety go hand­in­hand. On or around buses, students must conduct themselves in accordance with the following school bus rules:

DODEA behavior standards for students:

• Obey the driver or adult.

• Enter and exit the bus safely, and always show your bus pass.

• Stay properly seated and use seat belts when available.

• Keep your hands, feet, and other body parts to yourself.

• Do not throw things.

• Put nothing out the window.

• Remain quiet and do not disturb the driver or others.

• No profanity, indecency, smoking, prohibited items or vandalism.

• Do not eat, drink or chew gum.

• Be responsible and be safe.

Five basic safety rules for riding the bus:

• Be on time. Walk, do not run, to the bus stop.

• When waiting for the bus, take at least three large steps away from the curb.

• Take your seat on the bus and stay in it while the bus is moving. If there are seat belts, buckle up.

• When getting off the bus, take three large steps away from the curb and wait for the bus to depart before crossing the street.

• Never cross the street in front or behind the bus.

Ensure children know and use the safest

route possible from home to and from the bus stop. Teach children how to safely cross the street and use pedestrian crosswalks and trafficlighted intersections, where available. Students must present his/her bus pass to the driver while boarding the bus.

Ensure children wear clothing that is easily visible to motorists. You greatly improve the children’s visibility when you put reflective tape or devices on your children’s outerwear, book bags or other carried items.

by Airman 1st Class Ariel Leighty 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Photo by Stuart Monk/Shutterstock.com

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2018 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Unlimited, US, *JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED SAHARA Exterior Color: Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat Exterior Paint Interior Color: Black Interior Color Interior: Leather-Trimmed Seats with Sahara Logo Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine w/ ESS Tran..., €31,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - WuerzburgBMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-PasteurStrasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 Sport Wagon AMG - Line, EU, Automatic, $24,999 (DE8958). 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 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Laramie 4WD 5.7L V8, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $30,995 (S-6139). Ramstein Used CarsKaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, info@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Dacia Jogger Expression 7 Seater, EU, $21,999 (DE8889). 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 Dodge Durango GT AWD, US, Year: 2019 Make: Dodge Model: Durango GT AWD Engine: V6 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC Exterior: DB Black Clearcoat Interior: Black *INSTALLED OPTIONS *Black- Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats 2 Seat €27,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-Pasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Fiat 500 Abarth 595, EU, $16,999 (DEN8798). 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 Honda Odyssey EX Auto, Front, Automatic, $29,849 (904897). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, jland@military cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4x4, SUV, Rear, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $23,999 (DE8608). 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 Volkswagen Golf Wagon, EU, $21,999 (DE8904). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Audi Q2 35 TFSI Sport, EU, 7 speed S Tronic, $24,999 (DEN8708). 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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2020 BMW 4 Series 430xi AWD 2.0L I4 Turbo, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $28,995 (S6152). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, in fo@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 BMW 430i xDrive Gran Coupe (AWD), Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $29,999 (DE8907). 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 BMW X1 xDrive28i Sports Activity Vehicle, Rear, Automatic, $26,075 (004518). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)63156000921, jland@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Ford Escape Titanium Hybrid FWD, Front, Automatic, $27,849 (004493). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, jland@milita rycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Nissan Murano Platinum AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 7-Speed Shiftable CVT, $26,499 (DE8935). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2020 Volkswagen UP!- 5 Speed ManualEU Spec, Hatchback, Gas, Manual, $10,495 (V-0238). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, in fo@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 BMW 2 Series 228i xDrive Gran Coupe M-Sport, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic, $34,999 (DE8754). 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!

2021 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan, US, €32,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMWVilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Ford Escape SE AWD, Rear, Automatic, $27,624 (104515). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, jland@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 BMW X5 xDrive40i, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $44,999 (DE8949). 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!

2021 Ford Focus Active SS, EU, $23,499 (DEN8529). 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited 4WD, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $33,995 (142027). Ramstein Used CarsKaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, info@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4WD, US, *JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMITED 4X4 Exterior Color: Velvet Red Pearl-Coat Exterior Paint Interior Color: Black Interior Color Interior: Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine Upg I w/ ESS Transmission: 8-Speed ..., €30,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Toyota Corolla LE Sedan, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $19,995 (206613). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Volkswagen Atlas SEL R-Line, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $32,995 (S6146). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, in fo@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Volkswagen T-Cross GT Package, EU, $23,999 (DEN8533). 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!

2021 Volkswagen T-Cross Style, EU, $23,999 (DEN8470). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Volkswagen T-Cross Style, EU, $23,999 (DEN8471). 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!

2021 Volkswagen T-Roc Style, EU, $24,499 (DE8668). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2021 Volkswagen T-Roc Style, EU, Automatic, $25,999 (DEN8542). 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!

2021 Volkswagen T-Roc Style, EU, $24,999 (DEN8534). 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!

2022 Audi A1 Sportback, EU, $24,699 (DEN8646). 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!

2022 Audi A3 Sportback, EU, 7-speeddual-clutch transmission DSG, $27,999 (DEN8590). 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!

2022 Audi S5 Sportback 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic, $49,999 (DE8664). 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!

2022 BMW 2 Series M235i xDrive Gran Coupe, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $37,999 (DE8976). 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 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe M, US, €29,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMWVilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 BMW 4 Series M440i xDrive, Convertible / Cabriolet, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $45,999 (DE8848). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Toyota Aygo X Pulse, EU, $16,999 (DE8879). 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!

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2022 BMW 430i Gran Coupe, US, €38,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2022 Dodge Ram 3500 Crew Cab Laramie, US, RAM 3500 LARAMIE CREW CAB 4X4 Exterior Color: Bright White ClearCoat Exterior Paint Interior Color: Black Interior Color Interior: Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats Engine: 6.7L I6 Cummins HO Turbo Diesel Engine Transmission: 6Spe..., €67,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-Pasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $32,999 (DE8965). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Ford Maverick XL FWD SuperCrew, Front, Automatic, $29,624 (204475). MAS Military AutoSource - LRMC On Base, LRMC, Landstuhl, 66849 Germany, +49 (0)162-2145729, JH83006@military cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Honda Passport Elite AWD, SUV, AWD/4WD, 9-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $36,999 (DE8783). 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!

2022 Hyundai i10 Manual, EU, $15,999 (DE8264). 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!

2022 Jeep Compass Latitude Lux, AWD/ 4WD, Automatic, $31,374 (204456). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, jland@milita rycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Jeep Wrangler Utility 4D Sahara Altitude 4WD 2.0L I4 Tu, US, JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED SAHARA Exterior Color: Granite Crystal Metallic Clear-Coat Interior: Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats Engine: 2.0L I4 DOHC DI Turbo Engine with Start Stop Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic Transmission *F..., €41,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 MINI Hardtop 4 Door Cooper S, Hatchback, Front, Auto, $27,999 (DE8940). 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 Nissan Maxima 3.5 Platinum, Sedan / Saloon, Front, 7-Speed Shiftable CVT, $34,999 (DE8936). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Toyota Yaris Elegant Hybrid, EU, $19,999 (DE8908). 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!

2022 Volkswagen Taigo R-Line, EU, 7 speed, $23,999 (DEN8724). 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 Volkswagen Tiguan S- 7 Passenger Seating, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $22,995 (040716). Ramstein Used CarsKaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, info@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2022 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Inscription 7P, Rear, Automatic, $48,100 (204513). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)631-56000921, jland@milita rycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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2023 BMW 228 xDrive Gran Coupe, US, *BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe Jet Black Mocha Perforated Dakota Leather *Sport Line 17" Double-spoke wheels style 549 with all-season run-flat tires Satin aluminum line exterior trim Sport seats Illum..., €33,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMWVilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bava rianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2023 BMW 5 Series 540i xDrive M-Sport, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $51,999 (DE8755). 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!

2023 Chevrolet Malibu LS, Sedan / Saloon, Gas, Automatic, $24,995 (217979). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, info@ramsteinused cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2023 Ford Escape FWD, SUV, Front, 8Speed Shiftable Automatic, $25,699 (DE8463). 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!

2023 Kia Seltos S, Crossover, Gas, Automatic, $23,995 (7370116). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 063175 00 39 77, info@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2023 Nissan Qashqai Tekna XTronic Mild Hybrid, EU, continuously-variable transmission X-Tronic-CVT, $27,299 (DEN8690). 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!

2023 Volkswagen Sharan Comfortline, EU, $28,999 (DEN8513). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net.

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2023 Volkswagen T-Roc Style, EU, 7speed - dual-clutch transmission S-tronic, $25,999 (DEN8498). 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!

2024 Audi A1 Sportback, EU, 7 speed, $25,999 (DEN8738). The Used Car GuysStuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2024 Audi A1 Sportback, EU, 7 speed, $25,999 (DEN8739). 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!

2024 Audi A3 Sportback, EU, $33,999 (DEN8654). 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!

2024 Audi S5 Sportback Premium Plus 3.0 TFSI quattro, Rear, Automatic, $58,200 (404248). MAS Military AutoSource - Kaiserslautern, 34 Kaiserstrasse, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0)63156000921, jland@militarycars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2024 BMW 228i xDrive Gran Coupe, US, Snapper Rocks Blue Metallic\tab\tab\tab Oyster/Black SensaTec\tab\tab\tab *M Sport Package\tab\tab\tab 8-Speed Sport Automatic Transmission\tab\tab\tab M Sport Steering\tab\tab\tab Without Lines designation outside\tab\tab\tab Rear spoiler\tab\tab\tab *Premium Pack..., €42,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2024 BMW 3 Series 330e xDrive, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $44,999 (DE8752). 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!

2024 BMW 330i xDrive MSport, Sedan / Saloon, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $45,499 (DE8638). 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!

2024 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan, US, 2024 330i xDrive Sedan\tab\tab\tab Black Sapphire Metallic\tab\tab\tab Black Perforated SensaTec\tab\tab\tab *Driving Assistance Package\tab\tab\tab Active Driving Assistant\tab\tab\tab Active Blind Spot Detection\tab\tab\tab Lane Departure Warning\tab \tab\tab *Pa..., €45,495. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2024 BMW X1 M35i, US, *2024 BMW X1 M35i\tab\tab\tab Mineral White Metallic\tab\tab\tab Black M Alcantara/Veganza With Blue Contrast Stitching\tab\tab *Driving Assistance Professional Package\tab\tab\tab Active Driving Assistant Pro\tab\tab\tab Active Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go\tab\tab\tab ..., €49,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admin-graf@bavarianmotor cars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2024 BMW X1 xDrive28i, US, *2024 X1 xDrive28i\tab\tab\tab San Remo Green Metallic \tab\tab Black Perforated Veganza\tab \tab *xLine\tab\tab\tab Satin aluminum line exterior trim\tab\tab\tab Black High Gloss Trim w/ Ambient Light\tab\tab\tab SensaTec Dashboard\tab\tab\tab xLine content ..., €39,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, LouisPasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@ bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2023 Audi Q3 Premium 45 S-Line Quattro, AWD/4WD, Gas, Automatic, $29,995 (US-5802). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, in fo@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

2024 Audi Q7 Premium Plus 45 Quattro, 7+ Passenger, Gas, Automatic, $44,995 (002373). Ramstein Used Cars - Kaiserslautern, 17 Im Haderwald, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Deutschland, 0631-75 00 39 77, in fo@ramsteinusedcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!

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City of Wiesbaden Fire Department showcases bilingual emergency dispatch capabilities, garrison coordination

Wiesbaden Fire Department dispatcher Patricia Hardt demonstrates the capabilities of the ProQA standardized query system at the City of Wiesbaden’s Fire Station 1 in Wiesbaden, June 26. The system can seamlessly switch between German and English and provides stepby­step guidance for situations such as childbirth and CPR.

WIESBADEN – On June 24, Col. Troy Danderson, commander of U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden, visited the City of Wiesbaden’s Fire Department for a routine information exchange and to discuss current capabilities with interim Fire Chief Dirk Schwarz and U.S. liaison officer Sven Janneck.

The City of Wiesbaden Fire Department is a vital emergency support partner of USAG Wiesbaden. In addition to collaborating with the garrison’s fire department on fire and rescue operations, they also handle emergency call dispatching duties for all fire and medical emergencies across the city. It also coordinates pre-hospital emergency care, including ambulance services and patient transport to medical facilities.

To strengthen collaboration and address outstanding issues, information exchanges happen routinely between the garrison and host nation emergency response partners on multiple levels to ensure effective cooperation.

Collis Jeppesen, garrison deputy fire chief, and Karin Morrell, assistant fire chief for prevention, joined Col. Danderson for their visit at Fire Station 1 in downtown Wiesbaden, home to the fire brigade’s command team and the central dispatch center.

The visit focused on discussing emer-

gency dispatch procedures and capabilities. Wiesbaden’s Fire Department serves over 300,000 residents through three professional fire stations staffed by 300 firefighters, as well as 20 volunteer fire stations with 650 volunteers.

With seven rescue stations, housing a total of 31 ambulances, three hospitals with emergency rooms, and one pediatric emergency room –Wiesbaden offers extensive rescue resources.

“The topic of emergency calls is very prominent in our community,” Danderson said. “In addition to our internal emergency numbers for the Military Police and DES, it’s especially important for those living off-post to know the German emergency number, 112. Some community members have concerns about making an emergency call in English.”

The fire brigade’s central dispatch center directly accommodates U.S. citizens living in the area with features many Americans may not be aware of.

“To increase accessibility, callers can also dial 911 on their cell phones and be automatically redirected to us. This improves safety in stressful situations where the caller might not remember the European emergency number –112,” said Schwarz.

The highest priority of the dispatchers is to localize the caller and send adequate help. This ensures that personnel arrive on scene even if the phone call gets interrupted. To achieve this, a technique called Advanced

Mobile Location (AML) can be used to submit the caller’s smartphone GPS or Wi-Fi data right into the dispatch for localization. As soon as the caller’s location is known, the dispatcher assesses the incident.

“Our control center operates using a standardized query software with a catalog of questions. The system, called ProQA, was developed in the U.S. In medical emergencies, precise symptom queries allow us to generate reports and dispatch [additional] qualified help, may it be the fire department or an ambulance or an emergency doctor,” Schwarz explained, as the team showcased the dispatch center’s structures and processes.

The dispatch center handles more than 300,000 emergency calls annually, resulting in approximately 100,000 fire and rescue deployments. To overcome language barriers, the dispatchers can use a special feature.

“Our staff undergoes regular medical training and are skilled in handling emergency calls in foreign languages. English is widely spoken in our department, and with just one click, our emergency call system can switch to English. This simplifies communication and ensures that assistance is provided quickly and accurately,” said Janneck, emphasizing the high training standards and professionalism of their team.

Part of the demonstration included observing dispatcher Patricia Hardt while she handled

a live emergency query at her desk.

“Our system is highly capable. We can assess various symptoms in English and even provide precise instructions over the phone for situations like childbirth or cardiopulmonary resuscitation,” Hardt said. “As soon as sufficient information is available, help can be dispatched simultaneously, even while the caller is still on the line. This saves valuable time.”

In the fire department’s courtyard, Schwarz led the final portion of the visit by showcasing a special vehicle – Command Vehicle 2 (Einsatzleitwagen 2). Equipped with a communication system similar to the central dispatch center, the vehicle specializes in managing larger incidents.

“This command vehicle provides space to lead emergencies on-site and communicate with central dispatch,” Janneck said. “Maintaining resiliency is crucial and having multiple fallback solutions ensures we can continue dispatching and communicating with our units under any conditions.”

Expressing his gratitude for the department’s ongoing coordination with the garrison, Danderson reiterated, “It’s reassuring to know we have such a capable mission partner at our side during the worst situations. The team does an excellent job overcoming challenges and providing adequate help. Their resilience and preparedness to act under all circumstances are truly impressive.”

Story & photo by Christopher Serbent U.S. Army Garrison Wiesbaden

German, US military medical leaders meet to discuss interoperability, cooperation

Photo by Kirk Frady Medical Readiness Command, Europe

KOBLENZ — U.S. Army Brigadier General Roger Giraud (left), commander of Medical Readiness Command, Europe and director of Defense Health Network Europe recently met with Major General (Dr.) Backus, (right) Commander of the newly established German Bundeswehr Health Care Command and Deputy Surgeon General for the Bundeswehr. The meeting aimed to deepen bilateral military medical cooperation and explore formal partnership opportunities between U.S. and German medical forces. This productive meeting further solidified the shared commitment to advancing U.S. and German military medical cooperation and set conditions for expanded interoperability in future multinational operations. The German Bundeswehr Health Care Command (Kommando Sanitätsdienstliche Einsatzunterstützung) located in Koblenz is responsible for providing medical support to the Bundeswehr, both in Germany and during deployments abroad.

Explore Babelsberg palace and park

which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites), which is the highest number of palaces per inhabitant in Germany. It has a marvelous city center, green space galore, charming neighborhoods, and was also recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Film thanks to its rich history of cinematography and being home to one of the first silent movies in 1912. Here are four ideas for where to start your Potsdam adventure.

Explore the architecture of Potsdam’s city center In Potsdam’s city center, you’ll find no shortage of impressive architecture. Visit the Nikolai Church, built in 1830 and known for its copper dome. It was badly damaged during World War II in a British air raid and by Soviet artillery, but restorations have made it like new.

St. Peter and Paul Church is made of a lovely yellow brick and has a beautiful interior where visitors can find three paintings by the Baroque artist Antoine Pesne. It was originally designed to have two bell towers, but after the death of the first architect the design was changed to have one Italian-styled tower, despite the church’s other Byzantine and Romanesque aspects.

The Brandenburg Gate is a must-see, and it’s not the one in Berlin you’re thinking of. Potsdam’s Brandenburg Gate is both older and smaller, but no less impressive. It has two distinct architectural sides, one designed by a student and the other by his teacher.

The historic Schiffbauergasse (https://schiffbauergasse.de/), a downtown area where steamships were once built, is more than an old industrial lot. Today, it offers an incredible cultural scene with different concerts, dance venues, art galleries, restaurants, and the Hans Otto Theater.

On the banks of the Havel River sits a majestic English Gothic palace. It was originally built in 1833 for Emperor William I, who was at the time of construction still the prince of Prussia, as a summer palace and used as such for over fifty years. When he was appointed King of Prussia, Babelsberg Palace (https://www.spsg.de/schloesser-gaerten/objekt/schlossbabelsberg) was expanded and was a central spot for social and political activity in Prussia.

Today visitors come to see the terraces and magnificent gardens, with active water features from April to October. The castle itself is an architectural marvel – stunning on both the inside and outside, and has a UNESCO World Heritage Site designation.

Forget your worries in the stunning Sanssouci palace and park

Let yourself be swept away in the majesty and splendor of the Sanssouci Palace (https:// www.spsg.de/en/palaces-gardens/object/sanssouci-palace). Literally translating from the French “without worries,” this charming castle was built in 1745 for Frederick the Great, King of Prussia. It was constructed in a Rococo style with six terraced vineyards and a sprawling garden, and deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1990. Both the palace itself and the garden are unmissable while in Potsdam.

Additionally, visit the nearby Bildergalerie, a museum full of the collected arts of Frederick the Great and the oldest preserved museum in all of Germany. Not only is the art stunning, but the architecture and interior design are delicately beautiful in accordance with the Rococo style.

Immerse yourself in the charming Dutch Quarter

For lovers of cute stores, pubs, restaurants, and cafes, the Holländisches Viertel, or Dutch Quarter (https://www.berlin.de/en/attractions-and-sights/3561649-3104052-dutch-quarter-in-potsdam.en.html), is the place to be. Constructed in 1742 for Dutch settlers in Potsdam, the district covers four squares and includes 150 red brick buildings. It is a cozy spot to spend a bit of quiet time while still remaining near to the hustle and bustle of the city.

Close by you will find the Lindenstraße Memorial, which is a former prison that bears testimony to persecution and violence in Germany under the Nazis, the Soviets, and the Stasi. Exhibitions and tours are available.

Getting

There

By car, Potsdam is approximately 6.5 hours from Kaiserslautern and Stuttgart, and 5.5 hours from Wiesbaden. Check with Deutsche Bahn for train options.

Castle Sanssouci and park, Potsdam.

Brandenburg gate, Potsdam.

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