by 1st Lt. Kaseyann Cornwall U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Public Affairs
After three weeks of integrated operations across multiple domains and forward operating locations in Morocco, U.S. Air Force participation in Exercise African Lion 26 concluded, May 8.
Led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa and executed alongside the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces and more than 40 partner nations, AL26 brought together more than 5,600 participants across Morocco, Ghana, Senegal and Tunisia in U.S. Africa Command’s largest premier annual joint exercise.
AL26 showcased the U.S. Air Force’s ability to project combat-credible airpower alongside African and international partners while strengthening interoperability, readiness, and regional security cooperation.
“This iteration of African Lion showcased our Airmen and partners’ adaptability, resilience, and proficiency,” said Ms. Heidi Bruns, U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Operations Directorate joint training specialist and AL26 air training exercise lead. “As requirements changed, units responded flexibly, accepted added responsibilities, and drove the mission forward.”
Throughout the exercise, U.S. Air Force Airmen trained shoulder-to-shoulder with Allied and partner forces in complex, multinational scenarios designed to enhance
deterrence, improve operational readiness, and empower partners through shared responsibility.
The integration of U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft with air and ground assets in Morocco highlighted both the depth of the strategic partnership and the flexible deterrence the aircraft provide.
Two U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft integrated with Royal Moroccan Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcons during flyovers supporting Morocco’s first nationally accredited Joint Terminal Attack Controller qualification course at Cap Draa, Morocco. Later in the exercise, U.S. bombers and Moroccan F-16s conducted an additional flyover during the exercise’s Distinguished Visitor Day, reinforcing multinational interoperability and combat-ready airpower integration.
Bomber integration signals our ability to project combat-credible airpower forward while operating alongside multilateral Allies and partners throughout Africa, Europe and the world.
Demonstrating the “Total Force” concept, nearly 100 personnel from the active duty U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve integrated throughout Morocco and Tunisia. They executed a wide range of training focused on improving coalition effectiveness and enhancing partner-led regional security capabilities.
In Rabat, Morocco, Airmen assigned to the 123rd Air Control Squadron, Ohio National Guard, Ohio, trained more than
U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress aircraft fly over a training area during Exercise African Lion 26 at Tan-Tan, Morocco, April 23. Bomber integration signals our ability to project combat-credible airpower forward, while operating alongside multilateral Allies and partners, throughout Africa, Europe and the world. AL26 is U.S. Africa Command’s largest annual joint exercise, designed to strengthen collective security capabilities of the U.S., African nations and global allies. Led by U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa from April 20 to May 8, and hosted in Ghana, Morocco, Senegal and Tunisia, AL26 involves over 5,600 civilian and military personnel from more than 40 nations, using innovation to drive partner-led regional security. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Samuel Wagner
U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jeffrey Tan, a load joint inspection representative, begins to load gear onto a Royal Moroccan Air Force C-130H to demonstrate engine running on and offloading procedures during African Lion 26 at 3rd Royal Moroccan Air Base, Kenitra, Morocco, April 27. The demonstration enhanced operational safety by standardizing hand signals and improving multinational coordination during engine running on- and offloading procedures.
40 Royal Moroccan Air Force members in air battle management procedures, tactical command and control, threat identification and aircraft intercept operations.
Working side-by-side in simulators and classroom environments, U.S. Airmen shared tactics, techniques and procedures designed to strengthen multinational coordination and improve execution during complex air operations.
“Exercises that test these skills and give us opportunities to work together are critical to ensuring we control the airspace,” said U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Jeremy Booher, 123rd ACS air battle manager.
The training enhanced interoperability and strengthened the ability of participating forces to operate as a unified coalition in future real-world contingencies.
In Kenitra, Morocco, Airmen assigned to the 88th Aerial Port Squadron, Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., trained alongside the U.S. Marine Corps’ 2nd Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company (ANGLICO), Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., and the Royal Moroccan Air Force personnel on engine running on and offloading procedures, a rapid mobility capability that enables cargo operations while aircraft engines remain on.
The training improved operational safety, standardized communication procedures and increased multinational coordination during austere airlift operations.
“We train because these operations are critical in real-world environments,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christopher Pacheco, 88th APS load planner. “Being able to partici-
pate in exercises like this is invaluable.”
Additional Air Force participation included Joint Precision Airdrop System training in Ben Guerir, Morocco, Joint Terminal Attack Controller Training in Tunisia, contingency response and air rigging operations with the 435th Contingency Response Support Squadron, Ramstein Air Base, and integrated communications support provided by the 1st Combat Communications Squadron through Link-16 enabled operations.
“From advancing multinational air operations to integrating Link-16, our teams stayed solutions-focused and committed to success. Adapting in real time while meeting objectives is precisely what African Lion aims to strengthen,” said Bruns.
The exercise also highlighted innovation and the evolving character of warfare, integrating advanced command-and-control systems, autonomous capabilities, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance platforms, and multinational information-sharing networks into realistic operational scenarios.
Beyond tactical execution, AL26 reinforced the enduring partnership between the United States and Morocco while deepening ties with Allies and regional partners. The exercise emphasized that readiness is built not through unilateral action, but through trusted relationships and collective investment.
By integrating across multiple domains, the U.S. Air Force enhanced its power projection and crisis-response capabilities, ultimately empowering partner nations to lead in addressing regional security challenges.
If you’re sponsoring a new arrival who is assigned to the Kaiserslautern Military Community, it is required that housingeligible service members must in-process with the KMC Housing Office within two working days of arrival.
In-person briefings are held:
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 0900 at the KMC Housing Office Registration for briefings held at the Housing Office is encouraged, but not required: https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/2dG8RvF87R Wednesdays
Ramstein M&FRC Newcomer Orientation
(Contact Ramstein M&FRC for details)
Sponsors should be prepared to provide or arrange transportation and assist new arrivals to visit available rental homes, regularly file TLA claims for temporary lodging, and complete in-processing requirements with various departments.
Military Family Housing
Accompanied active-duty service members and dual-military couples 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), available Military Family Housing will be offered to service members based on rank and the number of dependents.
Economy Housing
Eligible unaccompanied personnel and those on the MFH waitlist who plan to live in the local economy are required to secure an available, housing-inspected, move-in-
ready home that can be occupied within 30 days of their arrival date. Properties that have been inspected and approved by the KMC Housing Office can be found on www. homes.mil.
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 required steps to receive assistance from the KMC Housing Office.
KMC Housing in-processing checklist:
» Complete the Housing In-Processing Brief & submit paperwork within 2 days of arriving
» Visit the Housing Office at least every 15 days to file TLA Claims
» Secure an on-base housing assignment or rental agreement in the local economy
» Arrange for Temporary Furniture & Loaner Appliances
» Submit property condition documents after moving in.
The KMC Housing Office is located on Kapaun Air Station, 5th Avenue, Building 2020. Contact us at kmchousing@us.af.mil or DSN: 489-6671
Walk-In Hours:
Monday-Thursday
0800-1100 & 1300-1500
Fridays 0800-1100 & 1300-1430
Closed on the 2nd Wednesday each month, as well as on German & American Holidays
Upcoming Office Closures:
The KMC Housing Office and Furnishings Management Section will be closed June 4, 10, 18 & 19, and July 3.
The 86th Medical Group has updated hours to support mandatory training and unit readiness. The clinic will be CLOSED all day on the third Wednesday of every month for mandatory training.
2026 closure dates are as follows: June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16.
Additionally, we will close at 3 p.m. every Wednesday for unit physical training (PT). Need medical advice while we’re training? Call the Nurse Advice Line: 0800-825-1600 or 06371-46-2273 (Option 3). For life-threatening emergencies, dial 112 or go to the nearest Emergency Room. Thank you for your understanding as we work to maintain a ready and resilient medical force.
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.
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.
The RAO has moved to a new location, we are now in Building 2787 on Kapaun. Office hours: Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Closed for lunch 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. You may also contact us at email: 86AW. rao@us.af.mil.
The Retiree Activities Office is seeking dedicated volunteers. Whether you are a retiree, veteran, spouse, or surviving spouse, we welcome you to join our outstanding team. Help identify issues affecting retirees, assist in finding solutions, and support others with your experience and expertise. Your fellow retirees need you.To volunteer, please contact Christina Randel (86 AW RAO Director) at 0151-15297900 or email us at the address above.
Finance Customer Service
Finance customer service walk-ins are 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday-Friday, 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/
“O sole mio” this restaurant Trulli
This family owned and operated restaurant can look back on almost 25 years of sharing their traditional Italian cuisine with the KMC — even in the same location in the village of Ramstein, not far from the base.
Ristorante Pizzeria Trulli is surely one-of-a-kind. Each family member plays a different role here, but they all greet you with a beautiful smile when you walk through the door or when they come to your table to serve you. This is certainly something that is rare in Germany! The team and their customer service attitude make it worth coming back. And of course, you’ll be back for the food, too. Oh, the food is so good!
Did you know at Trulli the pasta and pizza are handmade? How many restaurants can say that about themselves?! So if you are looking for a true taste of Italy, look no further. Besides the variety of fresh, great dishes, you will enjoy the classy, yet comfy Mediterranean vibe there. The restaurant can fit up to 60 people and it is even possible to reserve the whole venue for yourself.
The meals are fresh and light, like the Mediterranean tradition, prepared by an Italian chef from the Apulia region, of course! All of the ingredients are fresh and for the most part fish, meat and vegetables are bought locally. If you’d like to switch it up, and not just eat pizza and pasta, then try a Parmigiana — a Schnitzel with an Italian twist. You’ll also find fresh salmon on the menu, gnocchi, risotto, various salads and other seasonal specials, like asparagus which is now in season.
If you have any allergies or preferences, just let the staff know when you order and they will be sure to find a delicious solution to meet your needs. Don’t forget to ask about the perfect wine to pair with your food. Whether you prefer red, white or rosé,
sweet or dry, the array of selections from the best regions of Italy will not disappoint! You can also buy the bottles to enjoy at home or as a gift for someone special.
The Trulli terrace awaits you for outdoor dining in the spring and summer months. They recently remodeled it and put up trees and plants around it for extra privacy. In the evening when the lights go on, the atmosphere becomes especially romantic and cozy.
Trulli shares a parking lot with other stores, so there is always plenty of free parking.
If you don‘t feel like dining in, you can also call and place your order to go. Payments are accepted in cash, debit or credit card (Visa and Mastercard).
Now it‘s time to say “Ciao e Bu Aetito al Ristorante Pizzeria Trui!”
Am Stutzenwald 2 66877 Ramstein Tel: 06371-95 22 69 Email: itrulli32@aol.com
Opening hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. & 5-10 p.m.
Closed on Sundays, Mondays and German holidays (only on Sundays and Mondays).
by Dominik Halnais
U.S. Air Forces in Europe – Air Forces Africa Band Public Affairs
The U.S. Air Forces in Europe –Air Forces Africa Band strengthened the enduring partnership between the U.S. and Poland during a multicity tour across Poland in April, using music, military collaboration and community outreach as part of America’s 250th anniversary.
In partnership with the U.S. Consulate General Kraków, the U.S. Embassy in Warsaw and Polish hosts, the band performed in Bolesławiec, Wrocław, Legnica, Kraków, Czestochowa, Kielce and Opole from April 15–22. Across the tour, U.S. Airmen connected
with Polish civic leaders, military counterparts, students, media organizations and local communities through concerts, radio appearances, ceremonial performances and community engagements.
The tour highlighted the strength of the U.S.-Poland alliance, reinforced America’s commitment to freedom and security in Europe, and demonstrated how U.S. Airmen build trust and deepen partnerships through the universal language of music.
“I’m truly grateful for the chance to collaborate with our Polish military musicians and to stand alongside the U.S. Consulate General Krakow and our Polish hosts in honoring the enduring
friendship between our nations and in celebration of Freedom 250,” said U.S. Air Force Capt. Michael Flynn, USAFE-AFAFRICA Band coconductor and Operations Officer. “This experience reminded me how powerful music can be in connecting communities, strengthening alliances, and reflecting the shared values that bind the United States and Poland. I’m deeply appreciative to have contributed to a mission that blended service, partnership, and meaningful people-topeople connection.”
Throughout the tour, the band performed alongside Polish military musicians, creating repeated opportunities to reinforce alliance solidarity in a public-facing and culturally resonant way. Those collaborations proved especially powerful in cities where local musical traditions remain closely tied to civic identity.
trumpeter, joined Polish military trumpeter Przemek Walenciak to perform the Hejnał Legnicy, marking the first known time a member of the U.S. military had performed the city’s official bugle call. In a city shaped by Cold War history, the moment carried symbolic weight and reflected the strength of today’s partnership between the United States and Poland.
The band also extended its impact beyond the concert hall. In Legnica, band members conducted masterclasses with Polish high school music students, later inviting selected students to perform on stage during the evening concert. The exchange added a mentorship dimension to the mission and underscored the role of music in building enduring peopleto-people ties.
ened an already strong partnership. For me, performing Poland’s most iconic melody on national television in a U.S. Air Force uniform ranks among the top moments of my 13-year career. This mission was a perfect example of diplomacy through music.”
The band’s Kraków engagements also included appearances on Radio Kraków and RMF Classic, where musicians discussed the cultural and military significance of bugle calls, the U.S.-Poland partnership and the role of the band in representing the U.S. abroad. Those interviews helped carry the tour’s message beyond live audiences and into the broader Polish information environment, where coverage increasingly reflected interest not only in the performances, but also in the alliance story behind them.
Concerts in Kraków, Czestochowa, Kielce and Opole continued to build on that momentum. In each city, the band performed with Polish military counterparts and engaged civic, academic, military and cultural leaders. Several concerts drew sold-out audiences, while others expanded American outreach into communities with limited prior exposure to U.S. military cultural engagement.
In Czestochowa, the concert marked the first known American military outreach engagement of its kind in the city. In Kielce, the band also participated in a ceremony at the city’s 9/11 memorial, where Airmen joined Polish partners and local leaders in honoring American lives lost in the attacks. That solemn moment broadened the mission beyond performance alone, showing that the U.S.-Poland relationship is grounded not only in shared security interests, but also in remembrance, solidarity and respect.
In Bolesławiec and Wrocław, band members performed local bugle calls from prominent civic locations, honoring local customs and building early momentum for the tour. Those engagements generated local and regional media interest while establishing a consistent message that the strongest partnerships are built through mutual respect, shared values and visible presence in the community. That approach became even more pronounced in Legnica, where U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Nick Del Villano, USAFE-AFAFRICA Band
In Kraków, the tour reached one of its most visible and symbolically significant moments when Del Villano performed the Hejnał Mariacki from St. Mary’s Basilica, one of Poland’s most recognized civic traditions. The opportunity, normally reserved for local police or fire brigade personnel, reflected an exceptional degree of host-nation trust and drew widespread attention from Polish media outlets.
“There’s no better way to celebrate America’s 250th birthday than collaborating with one of our closest and strongest allies,” Del Villano said. “Performing each city’s bugle call for Polish audiences truly resonated and strength-
The Kielce concert brought together regional government leaders, senior Polish military officials, academic representatives and U.S. diplomatic personnel, underscoring the band’s unique ability to connect with multiple audiences in support of strategic communication objectives. The final stop in Opole sustained that momentum, closing the tour with continued collaboration alongside Polish military musicians and engagement with senior military stakeholders.
As the United States approaches the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Poland tour brought Freedom 250 to life through direct engagement with one of America’s closest Allies in Europe. In concert halls, public squares, radio studios and commemorative spaces, U.S. Airmen used music to honor shared values, strengthen partnerships and reinforce the transatlantic bond.
by Senior Airman Luis Gomez 406th Air Expeditionary Wing
CAMP LEMONNIER, DJIBOUTI
— The collaborative effort of Kenya and the United States was the key message when U.S. Air Force Col. Gabriel Brown, 406th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Jason Logan, 406th AEW command chief, visited deployed personnel of the 475th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron and Kenyan Forces in Manda Bay, Kenya, May 6-7.
The visit included briefings from the 475th EABS on intelligence and air operations, aerial port capabilities, security force initiatives and civil engineer construction projects supporting long-term mission sustainment within the area of responsibility.
“Our Airmen are operating in a
dynamic environment that requires trust, adaptability and disciplined execution every day,” Brown said. “Along with getting the opportunity here directly from the Airmen executing the mission, meeting them face-to-face helps us better understand their challenges and what support they need.”
During an all-call, Brown answered questions with Airmen about mission readiness, professional development and quality of life needs in deployed environments while reinforcing the importance of integrity, selflessness, determination and respect across the Wing.
Throughout the immersion, Brown and Logan toured multiple mission areas across Manda Bay Airfield. This included the Department of State 10,000-foot runway project site, vehicle maintenance operations, port facilities and
civil engineer work sites; emphasizing the importance of interoperability and regional cooperation in maintaining mission readiness.
Additionally, there was a key engagement with Brig. Gen. Lazarus P. Wafula, Kenya Navy Base – Manda Bay, Base Commander, to discuss continued cooperation between the U.S. and Kenyan forces operating in the region. The meeting highlights the importance of strong partnerships in supporting regional stability and shared security objectives.
“The mission here succeeds due to the service members behind it, from the U.S. and Kenya,” Brown concluded. “This team cemented that every Airman contributes to something larger than themselves and hold the shared sense of purpose that keeps us ready, when mission calls.”
by Senior Airman Dylan Myers 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
The 86th Logistics Readiness Group held their 2025 Annual Awards and 2026 1st Quarterly Award Ceremony at the Hercules Theater at Ramstein Air Base, May 18. The ceremony recognized outstanding Airmen and civilians while marking the 15th anniversary of the passing of Airman 1st Class Zachary Ryan Cuddeback.
Among the honors presented was the Cuddeback Award, named for Cuddeback, a vehicle operator dispatcher assigned to the 86th Vehicle Readiness Squadron, who was killed on March 2, 2011, during a terrorist attack at Frankfurt Airport. Cuddeback was at the wheel of a bus, transporting fellow Airmen toward Ramstein Air Base, when a gunman boarded the vehicle and opened fire, killing him and Senior Airman Nicholas Alden, wounding two others. He was posthumously awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal and the Purple Heart.
Senior Airman Joan Perez, 86th Munitions Squadron munitions inspector, was selected to receive
the Cuddeback Award during the ceremony. After learning the story behind the honor, Perez reflected that Cuddeback represented something every Airman could recognize: Someone who showed up, did the job, and served without hesitation, even far from home.
“Receiving this award means a lot, especially learning the story behind it,” said Perez. “Airman Cuddeback embodied what it means to be dedicated to this team and to this mission, and that is something every one of us can carry forward.”
U.S. Air Force Col. Jason Wolff, 86th LRG commander, closed the ceremony by tying the day’s recognition back to the legacy Cuddeback, reminding those in attendance that the award is not just about individual achievement but about the kind of Airmen the 86th LRG continues to build.
“Airman Cuddeback, he was a volunteer. He raised his right hand and gave that ultimate sacrifice,” said Wolff. “You all didn’t make it about yourselves, you made it about us. You made it about the Air Force, the LRG, and about this team, and this team is a community.”
Story & photo by Airman 1st Class Michelle Sies 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
The Kapaun Southside Post Office celebrated the installation of the new intel locker system with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, introducing a new era of computerized postal service for military members stationed overseas at Kapaun Air Station, May 11.
Kapaun Air Station is the first installation within U.S. Air Forces in Europe to implement the new package locker system. The modernized intel locker system is designed to expand access for service members who work around the clock, improving customer satisfaction and optimizing operations.
The ceremony was hosted by U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Kaylin Price, 786th Force Support Squadron postmaster, and members of the Kapaun Southside postal team. Kapaun leadership, unit commanders, civilian staff and other community guests were in attendance.
Price explained the new lockers modernize package delivery by allowing customers to retrieve their packages without waiting in line during normal operating hours.
“The success of the Kapaun intel lockers will lead to the expansion of the system to other post offices,” Price said. “Similarly, Ramstein is currently working on its own locker system to join in on the modernization.”
The lockers will provide 24-hour access to packages, operating on a QR code system. The change will assist shift workers and overnight personnel who struggle to pick up their packages before the post office closes.
Price said that installing this locker system also cuts down on wait time, and will minimize the chaos for Airmen working behind the counter, in an effort to fulfill package requests as quickly as possible.
“This will help [service members] to be able to pick up their packages and not have to rush all the way here or leave work early
just to make it before we close,” said Senior Airman Takemi Kian Carbajal, 786th FSS postal worker.
According to Price, the idea for the lockers originated in 2024 as postal workers searched for ways to improve efficiency and address limited storage space within the facility. The process of bringing the lockers to fruition involved coordination between postal workers, contractors, civil engineers and other agencies to transport and install the system in Germany.
“I love things coming into fruition. It feels really nice to be able to see something come through,”
Price said
The Kapaun Southside Post Office leadership expressed the consideration of opening up lockers to more than just shift workers and overnight personnel to ease the foot traffic during the holiday seasons. Quality of life is essential to the mission impact, and these new ideas help maintain access to key infrastructures that support Airmen and their families.
JUNE 5 – 6, WALDSEE, GERMANY TO FRANCE
100km/24 Remembrance March from Germany to France. The route follows memorials, battle fields, from the Siegfried Line/Westwall to the Finish, the Maginot Line in France. Use your last chance to sign up for this remarkable event. Registration at kontakt@ig-heimatforschung. de or erik.wieman@gmail.com.
MAY 29, 3 P.M., MAIN CEMETERY/ DONNERSBERGSTRASSE
The guided tour of the Kaiserslautern Main Cemetery, including the old Jewish Cemetery, delivers insight into Kaiserslautern’s cemetery culture and history. The round tour leads to splendid tombstones and important public figures in Kaiserslautern’s town history. Male visitors should not forget to bring headwear. Meeting Point: Entrance Donnersbergstraße, Aussegnungshalle (blessing hall). A registration is required per mail to Touristinformation@ kaiserslautern.de or phone +49 (0)631 365 4019. Meeting Point: Entrance Donnersbergstraße, Aussegnungshalle (blessing hall). A registration is required per mail to Touristinformation@kaiserslautern.de or phone +49 (0)631 365 4019.
MAY 29 – JUNE 8, MESSEPLATZ, KAISERSLAUTERN
Experience plenty of variety, fun, and excitement at the Kaiserslautern fairgrounds. The Lautrer Kerwe is the largest folk festival in the West Palatinate and is well known far beyond its borders. Fancy a little mini vacation from everyday life? No problem! Whether you want to relax and switch off or rather dive in and let loose – the Lauter festival leaves nothing to be desired! The market organizers will ensure that among the roughly 140 vendors, the classic rides, like the Ferris wheel and chain carousel that simply belong to the fairground feeling, are just as represented as the trendy new attractions. Fascinating fireworks, live music, and plenty of food and drinks. The scent of roasted almonds, gingerbread, crepes, and cotton candy enchants not only sweet tooths, for more savory dishes, there are grilled pork knuckles, crispy chicken, crunchy sausages, steaks, various fish specialties, and much more!
STREET FOOD FESTIVAL
MAY 29 – 31, FRITZ-WALTERSTADION, KAISERSLAUTERN
Welcome to THE Street Food Festival at the Fritz-Walter-Stadion in Kaiserslautern! Immerse yourself in the world of delights and let yourself be inspired by the aroma and spices. From vegan treats to international classics, there is something for every taste.
PFENNIGBASAR
MAY 30 AND 31, BAHNHEIM, BAHNHEIM 17C, KAISERSLAUTERN
The largest bazaar in the region is selling antiques, crystal, tablecloths, linens toys, dolls, women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, books, household goods and china, bags, belts and shoes. Come out and support the German-American Club, all proceeds will go to a charitable cause.
BAUERNMARKT (FARMERS’ MARKET)
MAY 31, NEUER DORFPLATZ, WEILERBACH
Enjoy a colorful farmers’ market with fresh regional produce, artisan display, food and drinks, and start getting into the summer spirit!
SUNDAY SHOPPING
MAY 31, 1 – 6 P.M., CITY CENTER/COMMERCIAL AREA, KAISERSLAUTERN
Shopping pleasure for the whole family. the shopping city of Kaiserslautern invites you to the popular open-forbusiness Sunday. Numerous shops in the city center as well as in the commercial areas will open their doors and offer visitors a relaxed shopping experience. In addition to the latest fashion and technology trends, attractive offers await visitors. The diverse gastronomy in the city center also invites you to linger. As usual, all public parking spaces in Kaiserslautern can be used free of charge this Sunday.
HOHENECKEN CASTLE TOUR
JUNE 3, 4 P.M., CASTLE PARKING LOT, HOHENECKEN
A walk up to the Hohenecken Castle is exciting: not only to enjoy the panoramic view over the Palatinate Forest, but also to explore the castle from the Hohenstaufen period. It was built out of the local red sandstone in the 12th century and then destroyed in 1688. Come and hear the tales of the buried treasure or Maid Hildegard of Hoheneck. Discover the use of the various chambers with many details from life in the Middle Ages. In collaboration with the Association of Friends of the Hohenecken Castle. Meeting point: Hohenecken Castle Parking: Burgherrenhalle, Forststraße 2a. A registration is required per mail to da-geh-ich-mit@kaiserslautern.de or phone +49 (0)631 365 4019.
FRONLEICHNAM (CORPUS CHRISTI DAY)
JUNE 4, GERMANY-WIDE
Fronleichnam is a German holiday celebrated on Thursday, June 4. Based on a religious background, all stores and official offices will be closed for business in observance of the holiday.
DEUTSCHAMERIKANISCHES
FREUNDSCHAFTSFEST
(FRIENDSHIP FEST)
JUNE 5-7, CITY CENTER, RAMSTEIN Friday evening kicks off with a special highlight: The USAFE “Touch ‘n Go” will play from 6:00 PM. At 8:00 PM, CHANGES will bring well-known rock and pop classics, as well as modern club tracks to the stage! On Saturday, the USAREUR-AF Band & Chorus Free Groove will open again at 6:00 PM. From 8:00 PM, rock fans will live up: FRANTIC will play favorites from Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Melissa Etheridge, Billy Idol, U2, and fire up the audience. Sunday is family day and things are a bit calmer. The stalls open from 1:00 PM and offer a variety of food and drinks. At 2:00 PM the band COUNTRY TO GO will delight the crowd with their country sound and ensure a good atmosphere.
MYSTIKA FANTASY +
MITTELALTER FESTIVAL
(FANTASY + MEDIEVAL FEST)
JUNE 4 -7, FORTRESS, GERMERSHEIM Dive into a world full of wonders, where imagination and reality merge! On the long weekend, the gates at Germersheim historic fortress will open with its magical labyrinths, the Hufeisen cultural center, and the green university park transform into spectacular places of diversity and encounters, the perfect backdrop for an impressive journey through time. Immerse yourself in a vibrant realm full of magic and fantasy, bringing every era and every being to life. For details visit: https://www. festival-mystika.com/
RÖMERFEST
(ROMAN FESTIVAL)
JUNE 6 AND 7, CITY CENTER/ SCHLOSSPARK, ALZEY
In the beautiful setting of Alzey Castle, 130 performers present Roman civilian life with great attention to detail. There are numerous spectacular events, including gladiator fights, Roman cavalry displays, shooting demonstrations, a bird of prey show, formations, and equestrian demonstrations. Children can discover and try out Roman techniques during hands-on activities. Roman merchants, along with food and drinks, invite visitors to browse and enjoy themselves on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tickets for the Roman Festival are available in advance and at the box office.
40 YEARS UNESCO
WORLD HERITAGE SITE
VARIOUS DATES, KAISERTHERMEN/ AMPHITHEATER, TRIER
The City of Trier is celebrating its 40th anniversary of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site with its Roman ruins.
Various special events, such as gladiator fights, Roman cavalry demonstrations, “Food and Drink in the Roman Empire,”, and a Roman military display are taking place throughout the summer. For details and dates visit: www.trier-info. de/40-jahre-welterbe
FRÜHLINGSFEST
(SPRING FESTIVAL)
JUNE 13 – 15, CITY CENTER, OTTERBERG
The Spring Festival in Otterberg is held every two years and opens on Saturday, June 13 at 7:00 p.m. on the square in front of the Abbey Church. The mayor and the Spring Queen inaugurate the festival with music from the Otterberg “Harmonie” association, followed by a well-known regional live band from about 8:30 p.m. At 6:00 a.m. on Sunday cannon shots wake the town and signal a musical parade by the Harmonie club, and everyone is invited to join the march and the subsequent breakfast. The festival’s highlight is a historic parade at 1:00 p.m., featuring over 1,000 participants in period costumes, fanfare bands, Cistercian monks, Walloons, Huguenots, the town’s night watchman, and the Spring Queen in a decorated carriage. Kindergartens, elementary schools, local clubs, businesses, and themed floats add color to the procession. After the parade, participants and guests walk together to the forest festival site about 3 km outside town on the road to Höringen.
ROCK OF AGES MUSICAL
JUNE 13, 8:30 P.M., FREILICHTBÜHNE, KATZWEILER
ROCK OF AGES: Hairspray, leather, and the greatest rock anthems of the 80s! Get ready for a journey back in time to the era of glam metal! The open-air stage in Katzweiler presents the Broadway jukebox musical that makes every rock fan’s heart beat faster: Experience an explosive mix of great love, crazy characters, and unforgettable rock anthems of the 1980s – all under the summery starry sky of Katzweiler. The plot is carried by the greatest hits of the 80s rock giants. Sing and headbang along to immortal classics from: Night Ranger REO Speedwagon Pat Benatar Twisted Sister Poison Foreigner ... and many more! Further dates online at www.citykit.plus, www.westpfalz.de, www.kaiserslautern.plus
NIGHT OF CULTURE)
JUNE 13 – 14, CITY CENTER, KAISERSLAUTERN
Coordinated by the city’s Department of Culture, the event fills the city center with over 30 venues and hundreds of artists, letting visitors create their own program. Highlights include the Lange -Nacht-Bus with Stefano Cat-
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taneo and Carlos Abyazar, plus music, dance, visual art, performance and experimental works — e.g., the Fruchthalle foyer audiovisual and a 360° installation at 42kaiserslautern. Major institutions (Pfalzgalerie, Pfalztheater, music school, city museum) and the independent scene (SUKURA, Kabinett K2 / KunstRaum Westpfalz, UNION-Studio, Salon Schmitt) and partners like the illuminated Japanese Garden all participate. Full program: https://safe.menlosecurity.com/doc/ docview/viewer/docN819B2A9F8501428c81294e8207b657faeed6b1361e430690a0259424f0e4d4dac1fa2bb4e2be
JUNE 12 – 14, COMMERCIAL AREA, SEMBACH
Lawn tractor racing is a kind of motorsports. Each summer the “Rasentrecker Neuhemsbach” club hosts a race weekend. The popular event starts with the tapping of the beer keg and shakedown testing at 6 p.m. on Friday. The rock and party band “CHAIRWALK” will entertain the visitors from 9 p.m. On Saturday practice and qualifying of different lawn tractor types start at 11 a.m. The spectacular races are scheduled to begin at 12 p.m. Good mood is guaranteed by the party band “Magic” performing live from 9 p.m. On Sunday the entertainment program starts with performances of the Musikverein Sembach” from 10 a.m. The program on Sunday includes a vehicle exhibition and helicopter rides. Final races are held from 12 p.m. Food, beverages, cocktails, and sweets are available. Viewing the race spectacle is free of charge! For further information (in German) please check the website: https://rasentrecker-neuhemsbach.de/
JUNE 19 – 22, RHINE PROMENADE/ CITY CENTER, MAINZ
In 1968, the year of the 500th anniversary of Johannes Gutenberg’s death, Karl Delorme, launched the folk festival. Since then, the memory of the great inventor Johannes Gutenberg has been celebrated. Look forward to a grand celebration with a diverse program: Johannisnacht stretches along the banks of the Rhine from the Kaisertor to the Weintor and from Fischtorplatz via Liebfrauenplatz to Schillerplatz. In addition to carousels and other rides, there is an artists’ market along the banks of the Rhine. The market offers handmade products and a variety of creative ideas in the areas of jewelry, clothing, decoration and gifts. Also look forward to an extra-large, colorful program featuring talented artists and more in RheinlandPfalz’s capital city. Details: https:// www.mainzer-johannisnacht.de/en/
by Gina Hutchins-Inman 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the small town of Hambach near Neustadt an der Weinstrasse celebrates its own milestone: Hambach Castle, set atop a hill and surrounded by vineyards, hosted the Hambacher Fest just 56 years after the American Declaration of Independence. On May 27, 1832, that gathering — often regarded as the “Cradle of German Democracy” — saw the first raising of the black, red, and gold flag.
Many in the Kaiserslautern Military Community may already be familiar with the charm of Neustadt an der Weinstrasse: narrow alleys and half-timbered medieval houses, a broad market square anchored by St. Ägidius Church, and sunlit courtyards perfect for enjoying a glass of local wine. Hambach, a neighborhood of Neustadt located directly along the Weinstrasse, holds an annual festival to commemorate a landmark moment in German and European history.
In May 1832 about 30,000 people gathered on the mountain to advocate for a rule of law, national unity, civil liberties, and European solidarity. The event that drew men and women of all classes demanding freedom of expression, freedom of the press and freedom of association became known as the Hambach Festival and was the first step on a long road to the development of German and European democracy.
The year 1816 brought about significant territorial changes to (today’s) Rheinland-Pfalz region and was transferred to the King of Bavaria. At that time, Germany was split into a number of smaller kingdoms or duchies, and people lacked a sense of unity.
Failed harvests threatening the existence of farmers and wine growers in a mainly agricultural area plus customs regulations for exports (to homeland Bavaria) eventually led to unrest by the 1830s. In addition, political, economic and widespread social discontent contributed to the great mobilization of the Hambach Festival.
Critical opinions and political demands were censored, and journalists and lawyers called for
a united German state and constitution. The most important initiative that led to the Hambach Festival was the “German Fatherland Association in Support of Free Press” with its two main goals national unity and freedom of the press.
The association was founded in January 1832 and quickly gained momentum. Friedrich Schüler, head of the liberal opposition in Bavarian parliament, was successful in limiting Bavaria’s policy of censorship. Journalist Jakob Siebenpfeiffer and others joined the association, which quickly grew to 5,000 members, many of them from Neustadt.
Originally a celebration in honor of the Bavarian constitution was planned at Hambach Castle on May 26, 1832. On short notice Siebenpfeiffer rededicated the event and instead spread a public petition and extended an invitation to a “Festival of Hope” on May 27, intended to “shake off inner and outer violence and strive for lawful freedom and German national dignity.”
The petition was signed by 32 citizens of Neustadt who organized the festival. The Bavarian government’s attempt to stop the festival with a ban backlashed due to the journalistic outcry of the liberal-democratic opposition and unintentionally even led to further mobilization of citizen discontent with the political, economic and social situation.
Siebenpfeiffer explicitly invited and encouraged women to actively participate in the event, something that was by no means a matter of course at the time. The invitation read: “German women
and maidens, whose political disregard in the European order is a mistake and a stain, adorn and enliven the gathering with your presence!”
Many women accepted the invitation and for most of them, it would have been the first time they took part in a political gathering. The Hambach Festival thus also marks an important step at the start of the long road to politically mobilizing women in Germany.
The festival turned out to be more of a colorful folk fest than a political gathering. Thousands accepted the invitation, there were stalls and carts selling bread, sausage, beer and wine, and even carousels were set up for three lively days.
A procession started at the market square in Neustadt in the morning and moved up the hill with the participants shouting “Hinauf, hinauf auf’s Schloss!” A Neustadt civil guard headed the procession and was flanked by a large group of women. Students with pamphlets demanding democracy mingled in the crowd, while Johann Philipp Abresch, a businessman from Neustadt, carried a very special flag and hoisted it on the tower of the castle ruins for all to see.
The flag was evenly colored with stripes in black, red and gold, and had an inscription “Deutschland’s Wiedergeburt” (Germany’s rebirth) stitched in the middle red strip. This original flag can be seen at the permanent exhibit “Up, up to the Castle!” and to present these colors stand
rently has 27 member nations and 448 million inhabitants.
The vibrant site and magnificent castle that marks the history of democracy is open to visitors and features the permanent exhibit “Up, up to the Castle!,” a colorful Lego scene and interactive elements to explore in depth.
for a free, democratic and unified Germany.
The Hambach Festival brought people together from both near and far. Most came from the surrounding area, but many also came from Bavaria, Württemberg, the Rhine Province, Poland, and France. They wanted the creation of a nation state, as well as mutual understanding between European nations.
There were twenty speakers throughout the event and Johann Wirth ended his with this final note: “Cheers! Three cheers for the Confederate of Europe!” He was expressing the solidarity of all peoples who fought for their freedom and national independence. This may have been the seed that implanted the idea of a unified Europe and creation of the European Union 160 years later. The European Union cur-
An event program throughout the year features political discussions, classical concerts, cabaret performances, and plays for children and adults — offering as much cultural entertainment as the spirited debates. Visitors can wander the castle garden, relax on the Mediterranean-style panorama terrace, or dine at Restaurant 1832 to explore and enjoy. The garden, terrace, restaurant, and castle are fully accessible.
The annual Hambacher Musikfest with classical and chamber music will take place on June 3 and 7 in the castle’s concert hall.
The festival “Schwarz-RotGold” — Three Days of Freedom, Unity, Brotherhood — directly in Hambach is scheduled for June 12 – 14. Hambach wineries, clubs, restaurateurs, and artists will open their charming courtyards, cellars, parlors, and gardens and invite you to linger with music, exhibitions, wine, and regional delicacies, and theater for young and old. Late Saturday evening, special accent illumination will be switched on, casting the scene in an entirely new light.
Whether it’s history, a fantastic view or a sip of Palatinate wine, Hambach and its castle are always worth a visit!
De Fazio, mayor of Landstuhl, for his continued support of the hospital and the military community.
Col. Warren Stewart, commander of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, and Command Sgt. Maj. Matthew Cooper hosted a Civilian Length of Service Award Ceremony on May 20 in the Heaton Auditorium, recognizing employees whose dedication has supported the hospital for decades.
The ceremony honored both U.S. civilian employees and local national employees, whose combined service totaled 795 years.
“What a great showing,” Stewart told attendees. “I thank the Works Council for advocating for this ceremony, and for ensuring we recognize everyone across the command, not just our local nationals.”
Stewart also recognized Mattia
“Every time we need you, you’re here, and you are part of this community,” Stewart said. “We truly appreciate the support the city of Landstuhl has provided since.”
Addressing the honorees, Stewart emphasized the vital role civilian employees play in sustaining LRMC’s mission.
“I truly believe that our civilian teammates are the bedrock, the foundation, and in Army terms, the center of gravity for Landstuhl,” Stewart said. “Without you, there is no legacy of Landstuhl.”
He noted that LRMC has never closed its doors since opening in 1953, remaining operational during pandemics, wars, and government shutdowns.
“If you look at the 47 employ-
ees we’re recognizing today, they represent 795 years of service to our nation,” said Stewart. “That’s incredible.”
He joked that while 795 years might not seem like a long time in Europe, it is a very long time in America.
He also recognized longtime employee Pia Kessler, who marked 50 years of service at LRMC.
“She’s been here for 70 percent of LRMC history,” Stewart said. “I can only imagine the challenges and great things she has witnessed throughout her career.”
Stewart reminded attendees that every role within the organization contributes directly to patient care and operational readiness.
“Most of you may never directly treat a combat casualty, but every person here supports those that do,” Stewart said. “Everybody contributes to that mission.”
Employees were recognized for service milestones ranging from five to 50 years.
Those recognized for five years of service were Jaymie K. Bulley, Heidi E. Dakin, Deol Dsouza, Kayla B. Fleming, Lindsay B. Froman, Adam M. Gaines, Courtney K. Girafalco, Hicham A. Hachem, France Lefebvre-Wiedemann, Paulina Reichert, Derrick L. Riley, and Noelia Rolon Davila.
Employees recognized for 10 years of service were Nizama N. Betts, Mandy J. Fullgrabe, Nicoleta Grigoras, Antoinette V.F. McallisterBlyden, Gaylen Plant, and Monika Stiller.
Employees recognized for 15 years of service were Allison N. Burguess, Todd M. McNeal, Christian L. Olsen, Ashlea-Ann M. Thornton, and Laura L.Wesselhoff.
Those recognized for 20 years of service were Sandra F. Bennett,
Susanne Binkley, Vanilynmae M. Geulen, Viktoria Kiefer, Henny Maade, Fabricio E. Quinones, Joy Radomski, Veronica N. Shibley, Erin B. Simmons, and Jil-Berenice Schimdt.
Employees recognized for 25 years of service were Robert M. Paden, John R. Green III.
Those recognized for 30 years of service were Larry S. Freeman, Jr., Lazaro I. Pena, and Fe Millora Milanio.
Employees recognized for 35 years of service were Danny Acasio, Stephanie Uhlhorn.
Employees recognized for 40 years of service were Christiane Weidler, Peter U. Wilson, Barbara Schulz, and Margarete Warmbier.
Richard W. Rhodes was recognized for 45 years of service.
“Please join me in one more round of applause for Mr. Rhodes and his incredible 45 years of service,” said Lt. Col. Kristen Quimette, chief of the Resources Management Division at LRMC.
Rhodes reflected on the milestone and thanked the organization and his family for their support.
“I appreciate the organization recognizing all of us today,” Rhodes said. “Especially considering we have nearly eight centuries of experience sitting here.”
He added that the Army gave him the “the opportunity of a lifetime.”
“They took me off the streets and look at me now,” said Rhodes. “I am proud to be a part of this legacy –past, present, and hopefully future.”
The ceremony concluded with the recognition of Kessler for 50 years of service.
Lt. Col. Calvin King, chief of logistics at LRMC, described Kessler as a cornerstone of the organization.
“She has spent 48 of her 50 years right here in the Logistics
Department at LRMC,” King said. “We are deeply honored to recognize Ms. Kessler for a half-century of steadfast service to the United States Army.”
King said Kessler has played a key role in major initiatives including clinic outfitting projects, information technology modernization efforts and the integration of MHS and GENESIS.
“Her dedication has directly enabled the care and welfare of service members, families, retirees, and allied partners,” King said.
During the ceremony, De Fazio joined Stewart on the stage to present Kessler with additional gifts and recognition from the local community.
“Thank you very much,” Kessler said. “I have never had an audience like this.”
Kessler reflected on her decades supporting LRMC’s mission behind the scenes in logistics.
“I am incredibly proud to be part of the logistics family and to support this hospital’s mission every single day,” Kessler said. “I want to express my deepest appreciation to my current and former leadership, my coworkers, and everyone who has been a part of my journey at LRMC.”
She also assured the audience she does not plan to retire anytime soon.
“My second extension was recently approved, so will continue supporting wounded warriors and the hospital mission for a few more years,” Kessler said.
Cooper closed the ceremony by thanking the workforce for its dedication and continued commitment to providing world-class care to service members and their families.
The ceremony concluded with singing of “The Army Song.”
Story & photo by Bernhard Lashleyleidner Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
Col. Warren Stewart, commander of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, joined local officials, military leaders and community members May 16 for the annual Kindergraves Memorial Service at Daenner Kaserne Chapel and Kaiserslautern Main Cemetery.
The ceremony honored the memory of 451 American infants and children buried at the site and recognized the decades-long commitment of German and American volunteers who continue to preserve the memorial.
Located in the heart of Kaiserslautern, the Kindergraves (German-American for “children’s graves”) serve as the final resting place for American infants who died at birth or shortly after between 1952 and 1971.
U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jeffery Self, assigned to the security forces squadron at Ramstein Air Base, welcomed attendees and reflected on the significance of the memorial.
“Kindergraves, as we know today, would not exist without the support of the Kindergraves Memorial Foundation,” Self said. “We remain dedicated to honoring these children and remembering the sacrifices their parents endured.”
Most of the children buried at the site died before their first birthday after being born at Landstuhl or nearby hospitals during the postwar era, between 1952 and 1971, when many American military
families were stationed in Germany.
At the time, the U.S. military and the Red Cross did not cover the cost of returning deceased dependents to the United States, leaving many grieving families unable to afford repatriation.
“The parents suffered through not only the pain and agony of losing their child, but also then having to leave their loved ones behind,” Self said.
Members of the GermanAmerican and International Women’s Club of Kaiserslautern initially cared for the gravesites.
In the 1980’s, cemetery officials informed the organization that the burial lease was expiring, and the graves would be relocated to accommodate cemetery expansion.
Determined to preserve the site, the women’s group appealed to the U.S. State department and worked with local authorities to save the memorial.
“The Ramstein’s Area Chiefs Group eventually assumed responsibility the site,” Self said. “The cemetery management agreed to relocate the graves to a new area within the cemetery and draft a new lease.”
The Kaiserslautern Kindergraves Memorial foundation was established in 1986 to maintain the site, organize remembrance ceremonies and assist families seeking information about their loved ones.
“This is more than just a burial site,” Stewart said. “It is a symbol of compassion, transatlantic friendship, and a promise kept for more than half a century.”
Maj. Gen. Michael B. Lalor, commanding general of the 21st
Theater Sustainment Command, said the memorial reflects the enduring relationship between the U.S. military community and the city of Kaiserslautern. “Today, we dedicate ourselves to this space as a living testimonial to the deep connection of our German-American friendship,” Lalor said.
Dr. Jochen Balzulat, president German-American club, said the memorial ensures the children are remembered with dignity.
“Their lives ended before they ever had the chance to truly live,” said Balzulat. “We will never know whether they would have become teachers, engineers, artists, or parents.”
“Each child was a beginning, a promise, a beloved son or daughter, an author of a future never realized,” he added. “Remembrance means honoring those whose time was far too short.”
Frau Anja Pfeiffer, deputy mayor, Kaiserslautern City Mayor’s Office, said the city remains committed to preserving the memorial space.
“The death of a loved one weighs heavily, especially when it is a child,” Pfeiffer said. “We therefore have a special obligation to remember the 451 children who were granted such a short life.”
Local officials and members of the military community attended the ceremony. A U.S. Air Force chaplain and a German chaplain offered blessings before attendees laid wreaths, prayed and observed a moment of silence. The ceremony concluded with the playing of “Taps,” marking the end of this year’s remembrance service.
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Bernhard Lashleyleidner Landstuhl Regional Medical Center
WERETH, BELGIUM – Col. Charles Douglas, deputy commander of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, traveled to Belgium on May 9 to honor the memory of 11 African American Soldiers from the 333rd Field Artillery Regiment who were massacred during World War II.
The annual ceremony at the Wereth 11 Memorial, stands as a testament to the commitment of both the United States and Belgian community to preserving the memory of the fallen Soldiers. Service members, Department of War civilians, Belgian military members and U.S. and Belgian citizens attended the ceremony alongside distinguished guests including Bill White, U.S. ambassador to Belgium, Erik Wiesemes, mayor of Amel, and Col. Kevin Jackson, 21st Theater Sustainment Command Civil affairs.
“I attended last year while serv-
ing as the SHAPE and Brussels Healthcare Facilities commander, and I gladly volunteered to return this year as deputy commander of LRMC,” Douglas said. “For me, this is not simply attendance at a ceremony, it is the continuation of a moral obligation.”
Douglas said Soldiers demonstrated extraordinary courage during one of the hardest moments of World War II while serving in a segregated U.S. Army that did not always recognize their dignity or sacrifice.
“These men were from the segregated 333rd Field Artillery Battalion,” White said. “They grew up under the weight of segregation and still chose to wear the uniform of the country they loved,” said White. “They served valiantly and believed in something greater themselves.”
He said the Soldiers arrived at the Langer family farm seeking food and shelter, and Matthias Langer and his family welcomed them without hesitation.
“In that simple act of courage and compassion the family embodied the very best of humanity,” said White.
Soon after a German SS patrol discovered the Soldiers, captured them and marched them away, before torturing and executing them on December 17, 1944.
“They were captured, beaten, and murdered,” said White. “Not in the heat of battle, but through cold, calculated cruelty.”
The Soldiers’ bodies remained beneath the snow for weeks, before they were recovered. White said the official reports and photographs documented evidence of extreme brutality. Including bro-
ken limbs, bayonet wounds and severed fingers.
“This could have been the end of the story, but it was not,” said White. “The Langer family never forgot.”
Patrick Langer, whose father witnessed the aftermath of the killings as a child, said the family dedicated itself to preserving the Soldiers memory.
“My father was 12 years old at the time,” said Patrick Langer. “He never forgot these Soldiers and devoted his life to ensuring their sacrifice would be remembered.”
The family has been involved with commemorating these Soldiers for the past 80 years. They established the Wereth 11 Memorial in 1994 at the site of the massacre.
And will continue to pass the commemoration down to future generations.
“Seven of the men were buried at Henri-Chapelle American Cemetery in Belgium, White said. “The other four were returned to their families in the United.”
The final resting places of the Soldiers reflect a broader story, one that, for decades, remained largely untold despite the sacrifices these men made during the war.
Douglas said the story of the
Wereth 11 remained overlooked for decades because it reflected difficult truths about war, racial segregation and the treatment of Black service members during World War II.
“This story sat at the intersection of several uncomfortable realities,” Douglas said. “The brutality of war, segregation within the U.S. Army, and the fact that Black Soldiers’ contributions were too often excluded from the historical record.”
Acknowledging history Douglas said means recognizing not only the Soldiers’ sacrifice on the battlefield, but also the contradictions they faced while serving their country during a segregated era.
In 2017 Congress formally recognized the 11 African American Soldiers of the 333rd Field Artillery Battalion through House Concurrent Resolution 43, honoring their sacrifice and urging further acknowledgement of their killing, which had been omitted from the 1949 war crimes report.
Douglas said the Soldiers’ legacy requires today’s military leaders to confront the heroism and contradictions of the era.
“These men fought against tyranny and racial hatred while wearing the uniform of a nation that
had not yet extended full equality to them within its own military institution,” Douglas said.
He said what stuck him the most was the depth of this community’s fidelity, not as performative remembrance, but as generational stewardship. The Langer family and the Wereth community carried this memory long before any official recognition was made.
Douglas emphasized that preserving military history and honoring the sacrifice of all service members is both a professional responsibility and moral obligation.
“When American service members visit sites like Wereth, Henri-Chapelle, Normandy, and Luxembourg, they are reminded of the legacy they inherit,” Douglas said. “For LRMC, that connection is deeply personal. Our mission is to provide world-class care for service members, families, and allies within this same complex, multinational environment.”
Wiesemes said remembrance ceremonies remain essential to preserving historical memory and educating future generations.
“We must ensure history is never forgotten and continue learning from it,” Wiesemes said.
Retired Sgt. Maj. Charles Hancock, from Sierra Vista, Arizona, said the Wereth 11 did not die in vain and the tragedy of Dec. 17, 1944, must never be forgotten.
My mission over the last four years has been not only to honor the sacrifice, but to educate more Americans about their service and this tragedy,” said Hancock.
Douglas said the Soldiers should be remembered not only solely for how they died, but for how they served.
“These men deserve to be remembered because of their courage, service and sacrifice,” Douglas said. “Representing LRMC and the U.S. Army at this ceremony is an honor.”
U.S. Air Force Col. Rachelle Paul-Kagiri, 86th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron commander, speaks to runners prior to the start of the Great American Spit Out 5K at Ramstein Air Base, May 16. The 5K was hosted in recognition of Tobacco Cessation Month, to promote a healthy lifestyle and raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and nicotine use.
U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Security Forces Squadron and 435th SFS perform a simulated vehicle search during Police Week 2026 at Ramstein Air Base, May 12. Vehicle searches are essential to maintaining base security and are a core function of those members working at the gate.
A U.S. Air Force Defender assigned to the 435th Security Forces Squadron assembles an M240 machine gun during Police Week 2026 at Ramstein Air Base, May 12. Police Week is hosted annually in remembrance of fallen heroes and those who continue to serve.
Air Force Airmen assigned to the 86th Security Forces Squadron and 435th SFS participate in a 5k ruck during Police Week 2026 at Ramstein Air Base, May 12. Police week hosted events like the Defenders Challenge to showcase core functions performed by defenders daily and in remembrance of those who serve.
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.
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.
Strong B.A.N.D.S. Campaign
The U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Family and MWR Strong B.A.N.D.S. Campaign will showcase events for the Baumholder and Kaiserslautern Military Communities throughout May to June 7. STRONG B.A.N.D.S. - STRONG Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength - promotes healthy, active lifestyles for Army communities. It helps motivate Army Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians to get and stay fit. Stayed tuned to baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com to view and join family and MWR fitness and wellness opportunities.
Thursday Night Comedy Show
Aidan Jones headlines the Thursday Comedy Show June 25 from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing. Feature comedian is Dinara Kerey. Host is local comedian Erin Crouch. This is an 18+ event. Doors open at 7 p.m., tickets are $10 at the door. Payment can be made with credit and debit cards or U.S dollars. Customers can reserve seating for $7 a person when they call 541-9115 or 0611-143-541-9115 from Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hideaway Bistro & Grill will be open until 9 p.m. For more information, visit kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.
Saturday Night Comedy Show
Aidan Jones headlines the Saturday Night Comedy Show June 27 starting at 7 p.m. at the Tavern on the Rock inside the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks. Feature comedian is Dinara Kerey. Host is local comedian Erin Crouch. This is an 18+ event. Doors open at 6 p.m., tickets are $10 at the door. Payment can be made with credit and debit cards or U.S dollars. Customers can reserve seating for $7 a person when they call 531-2830 or 0611143-531-2830. For more information on the comedians, visit baumholder.armymwr. com.
75/250 German American Friendship Festival
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz and the City of Baumholder will host a joint threeday festival July 3 to 5 to commemorate 75 years of German American partnership in Baumholder and the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. Everyone is invited to attend. The festival will take place at the Baumholder Army Airfield and will include military static displays, amusement rides, food and beverage vendors, live entertainment and a July 4 fireworks show.
Hours are Friday and Saturday from noon to midnight and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. For ongoing updates and event details, visit baumholder.armymwr.com and kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Armstrong’s Grand Reopening Armstrong’s Club, Bldg. 1036 on Vogelweh Housing, will reopen its front doors Monday, June 1, following months of renovation. The reopening highlights Armstrongs’ newly upgraded airconditioning system. A grand reopening celebration is scheduled for Friday, June 5, starting at 6 p.m., with free fingerfood snacks for attendees. Chuck’s Pub trivia will be offered at no cost in the Armstrongs bar. The upstairs ballroom will host live music with Tom Mac and line dancing, with doors opening at 7 p.m. and the band performing at 9 p.m. Tickets cost $15 at the door or $12 in advance, and the event continues until 1 a.m. For more information, visit Kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
A ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new 24hour game room will be held June 5 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Landstuhl Community Club, Bldg. 3780 on Landstuhl Post. The event marks the official opening of the facility, which expands around-the-clock recreation options for the community. For more information, call the club at 541-9142 or 0611-143-541-9142.
U.S. Army 250th Birthday Golf Scramble
Registration for the U.S. Army 251st Birthday Golf Scramble is now to June 14. The birthday scramble will be Sunday, June 14, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. This is a nine-hole golf scramble. Cost is $25 for those who register for the scramble BEFORE June 6 and $30 for those who register from June 7 to 14. Tee time is 2 p.m. The birthday celebration will begin at 4:30 p.m. and will feature a barbecue, refreshments, and a complimentary piece of birthday cake. Be festive and wear black and gold! For more details, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.
U.S. Army 251st Birthday Run
Army Family and MWR and the 16th Sustainment Brigade will proudly host a free fun run in honor of the U.S. Army’s 251st birthday on Thursday, June 11 starting at 6:30 a.m. on the Minick Field on Smith Barracks. Military units will run in formation, and all participating civilians will run behind (at the rear of) the formation. For details, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.
SKIES Irish Dance Classes
Register your child now for SKIES Unlimited Irish Dance Classes for ages 4 to 18 at the SKIES Bldg. 3819 on Landstuhl Post. Summer camps are currently offered for
the following dates: June 15, 16 and 18, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and June 29 to July 2, July 6 to 9, July 13 to 16, and July 20 to 23, Monday to Thursday. All participants must be registered with Army MWR Child and Youth Services. For enrollments, more information, and to register for Irish Dance, visit webtrac.mwr. army.mil or call Parent Central Services at 541-9065/66/67 or 0611-143-5419065/66/67. Parent Central Service is in Bldg. 162 on Rhine Ordnance Barracks.
Live Band-Junktones
The Junktones will perform live at 9 p.m. June 19, 2026, at the Rheinlander Community Club, Bldg. 8085 on Smith Barracks. Doors open at 8 p.m., and admission is $10. The concert marks the Heidelberg punk band’s 20th anniversary, celebrating two decades of high-energy performances. The event is open to the community. Children 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information, call the Rheinlander at 531-2830 or 0611-143-531-2830.
KMC Onstage will present its annual Ten-Minute Plays June 26 to 28 at Bldg. 3232 on Kleber Kaserne. The showcase features debut productions from new local directors, who participated in the Directors and Stage Management Workshop. Performances begin at 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday, with a 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday. The program includes a mix of comedy and drama, highlighting emerging directing talent from the KMC area. The event is free and open to the public, and no preregistration is required. For details, contact KMC Onstage at 5419129 or 0611-143-541-9129, or visit kaiserslautern.armymwr.com.
Pick your favorite pro in ‘The Open’ and take off whatever they shoot under par off your own score! This 18-hole Pick-a-Pro Open tournament is July 19 at the Rolling Hills Golf Course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. This solo player tournament will be played the weekend of The Open and winner announced after ‘The Open’ and on the Baumholder Rolling Hills Golf Course Facebook group and posted in the pro shop the following Monday. Regular rules and regulations apply. Stick around the club house to watch the ending of the 154th Open, Royal Birkdale and enjoy drinks and refreshments. For more information, visit baumholder. armymwr.com.
Summer Reading Program
Block Party
Baumholder Library will host its annual Summer Reading Program Celebration on Friday, July 24, from 3 to 5 p.m., at Pavilion 1, located across from the Wagon Wheel Theater on Smith Barracks.
The Block Party–style event will include games, entertainment, food, prize giveaways and community partner stands. This year’s Summer Reading Program theme is “Plant a Seed, Read.” The celebration is free and open to all ages. More details are at baumholder.armymwr. com.
U.S. Army Garrison Rheinland-Pfalz Family and MWR will host its “Fittest Games” competition July 25 from 9:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Minick Field at Smith Barracks in Baumholder. Up to 40 participants may register June 15–July 23. A safety brief and course walk-through will begin at 9:45 a.m., with competition starting at 10 a.m. The timed “Hyrox/Crossfit” styled functional fitness competition includes nine exercises, with judges tracking repetitions, form and overall time. Male and female categories will award first-, second- and third-place winners, with all participants receiving T-shirts and top finishers earning medals and grand prizes. To register and for more information, visit baumholder.armymwr.com.
Golfers can compete at the Rolling Hills Golf Course’s Open Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the course, Bldg. 8888 on Wetzel Kaserne. Cost is $50, which includes an 18-hole round of golf w/cart, a range token, and tickets for a barbecue meal and refreshment. The Rolling Hills Open is a 1-day 18-hole championship tournament. This is a solo tournament playing in groups of 4 with regular rules and regulations applying. Tie breakers will play best of 9 on Sunday, Prizes will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place (RHGC Gift cards, $100, $75, and $50) and all winners will receive automatic inclusion on the Rolling Hills Ryder Cup team. Stick around the club house after tournament to announce the winner and for more food, drinks, music, and golf. For more information, visit baumholder. armymwr.com.
Air Conditioning Service Special Family and MWR Automotive Skills Centers on Smith Barracks in Baumholder, Landstuhl Post and Pulaski Barracks in Kaiserslautern, is offering a $10 off hookup fees for all air conditioning services and AC system checks. This special is appointment only. Patrons can call or stop by any of the Family and MWR Automotive Skills Centers to schedule an appointment. Normal fees for refrigerant still apply. Phone numbers and locations are available at baumholder. armymwr.com and kaiserslautern. armymwr.com.
Story by Pfc. Kaiden Silversmith 21st Theater Sustainment Command
U.S. Army Chaplain Col. Eric Dean, the command chaplain assigned to 21st Theater Sustainment Command, led a worship service in their native language in front of a German congregation at the Bundeswehr Joint Support Command chapel in Bonn, May 19.
The service was designed to bring members of both Nations together through faith, fellowship and cultural connection.
The service provided attendees an opportunity to receive a sermon by a U.S. Army chaplain in a German chapel setting while experiencing a style of service rooted in local tradition. For many in attendance, the event was more than a religious gathering. It gave them a chance to connect with the local community, share faith and better understand the culture around them.
Dean spoke during the service about the importance of religious freedom, shared values and unity. His remarks connected the worship service to a larger purpose beyond the chapel, showing how faith can help strengthen relationships between allied military communities.
“This is important not just to America, but also to our North Atlantic Treaty Organization partners and allies,” said Dean. “We come together in times of crisis and conflict.”
Dean’s comments highlighted how shared worship can help build trust between allied service members. While NATO partnerships are often shown through military training and operations, events like this allow Soldiers and civilians to opportunity connect in a more personal and spiritual way.
“The free exercise of religion is
Command, and Martin Söffing, a military chaplain with the Bundeswehr Joint Support Command, pose for a photo during a worship service at the Joint Support Command chapel in Bonn, May 19. The service brings U.S. and German military communities together through faith, fellowship and cultural exchange.
one of our foundational democratic principles,” said Dean. “I believe that as we do this, we demonstrate something to the world about what it means to be free, what it means to be a democratic society.”
Religious freedom is an important part of military life because service members come from different backgrounds, beliefs and traditions. The service showed how faith-based events can support spiritual readiness while also reflecting the democratic values shared by NATO allies.
The worship service also highlighted the role chaplains play in building relationships between allied forces. Chaplains support service members spiritually, but they also help create spaces where people can talk about faith, personal challenges and shared values.
“I think regarding missions and overseas deployments, it's always a good opportunity to get in touch, to learn from our allies, to our brothers and sisters in Christ.” said Martin Söffing, a military chaplain with the Bundeswehr Joint Support Command, “Here for us at home in Germany, these are great opportu-
nities to get in touch and to learn from each other what questions there are, and to speak about our hopes and our questions.”
Söffing’s comments emphasized that worship services can help allied service members learn from each other in a personal way. While military partnerships are often built through training, planning and operations, events like this allow soldiers and civilians to connect in a more intimate way through shared beliefs and open conversation.
For U.S. and German military communities, the worship service was a reminder that partnership is built through more than mission requirements. Shared moments of faith and fellowship can strengthen trust, increase understanding and build stronger relationships between allied forces.
To continue the strong bonds and partnership building between the two Armies, Dean and the 21st TSC unit ministry team are preparing to host Söffing as he plans to return the gesture by providing a sermon to American Soldiers mid-June.
RAMSTEIN CHAPEL PROGRAMS
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North Chapel (Bldg 1201) (DSN) 480-6148, (Civ) 06371-47-6148 South Chapel (Bldg 2403) (DSN) 480-5753, (Civ) 06371-47-5753 Vogelweh Chapel (Bldg 2063)
Please call Ramstein North Chapel Kapaun Chapel/Annex (Bldg 2781/2782)
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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
Early Morning Seminary/Scripture Study for High School aged students: Ramstein School: North Chapel, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed-Fri
Messianic Service: South Chapel, 10 a.m., Sat
Protestant Contemporary North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sun Episcopal: Kapaun Chapel, 11:00 a.m., Sun Please note that the Episcopal service has merged with the Traditional service until further notice. Seventh-day Adventist Worship service: North Chapel, 11 a.m., Sat Bible Study: North Chapel, 10 a.m.,
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Vogelweh School: Kapaun Chapel Annex, 6:30 a.m., Mon-Wed-Fri Church Services: Baumholder 10:30 a.m. Sunday Im Gewerbegebiet 8 , Baumholder Call 0176-18300-897 Kaiserslautern 9:30 a.m. Sunday Lauterstr 9, Kaiserslautern Call 0176-18300-834 or 875 Ramstein
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Ludwig-Erhard Strasse 15, Ramstein Call +49 152 5543 1629
Islam Jumu’ah Khutbah: South Chapel, 1 p.m., Fri Potluck: South Chapel, 7 p.m., 1st Fri
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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
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Sembach, 5bd, 2.5bth, Townhouse, 155sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, private garage, pets allowed, available 22 Mai 2025, Housing Approved, Rent starting at €1500 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com
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4.0bd, 2.5bth, House, 268sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 1 Aug. 2024, Housing Approved, €1,680 +utl, call 004917643477156, email h.vatter@ gmail.com
4bd, 2.5bth, House, 210sqm, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 1 Mai 2026, Housing Approved, €1950 +utl, call 0173 32 25 243, klaus.cossmann@ web.de
Family friendly Duplex in KL-Moelschbach: Modernity meets Serenity, 4bd, 2bth, House, 174sqm, BIK, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 3 Maerz 2026, Housing Approved, €1880 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@prem-reale state.com mre.kmc@icloud.com
Kaiserslautern, Ramstein, 5min to Vogelweh or to Daenner, 4.0bd, 1.5bth, House, 173sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, pets allowed, available 15 Mai 2026, Housing Approved, €1780 +utl, email: sales2010@tonline.de
Mackenbach, nice big duplex, 257sqm, 4 bed, 2 bath, built-in-kitchen, dinning-livingroom, laundry, garage with dirct entry in house, big fenced garden, monthly rent 2400€+util. Avail now. Call Ado at +49 1726801258 or email on rmimmobilien@tonline.de
Spacious, Free-standing Home with Outdoor OasisLocation: Winnweiler, 160 sqm, 4 bed, 2.5 bath, fire place, outdoor pool, bbq area, sauna, mother-in-law suit, fenced-in-yard, garage, rent 3100€ Check out www.german-aid.com for details or email info@german-aid.com
Bexbach, 2 Schlafzimmer, 2 Badezimmer, Haus, 120qm, BIK, Gaeste-WC, Wohn/Esszimmer, Balkon/Terrasse, ausgebauter Keller, Haustiere erlaubt, frei ab 11.08.2025, Wohnungsbaugeprueft, 1100 € zzgl. MwSt., Tel. +49 176 61306300, chris ta-dahl61@t-online.de
1BR TLA / TDY Apartment in Ramstein [ref=S3], all included + rental car, 5min from RAB, pets allowed ; ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp) ; inquiries@ mytlahome.com
2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, no pets, available 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@ mytlahome.com
3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 90sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, laundry, no pets, available 15 Feb. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
3bd, 2bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, liv/ din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Jan. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
Apartment Stay Eden PEARL, 10 minutes from RAB, high-end, 1 bed 1 bath, incl. sauna, home gym. Text us: +49 151 701 008 14 hello@stay-eden.com
Best Located TLA TLF Appartment on Einsiedlerhof 1 or 2 bedrooms, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 70 sq meters, Kaiserstrasse Kaiserslautern Germany, 59 euro or per diem rate, 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de Ask for longterm !
Brand new TLA Appartment in best location near to all Bases full furnished!, 2 bd, 1 bth, 80 sq meters, Kindsbach, Kaiserslautern, at 49 Euro, ask us for longterm rent! 01724989707, boze1@gmx.de
Ramstein-Miesenbach, 3bd, 2bth, House, 130sqm, BIK, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, no pets, available 15 Apr. 2026, Housing Approved, €1480 +utl, call 0173 184 1185, airono liver@web.de
Rustic 3-floor family home. 3 bed. 2 bath. BIK, liv, garden. 143 sqm on 203 sqm plot. Located in Siegelbach-peaceful yet close to Kaiserslautern & Ramstein. City access in 10-20 minutes. Rent: 1800 + utl. Call: +49 155065594867 Mail: merl@n1-im mo-bau.de
2bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 135sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv, no pets, available 22 Jan. 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, no pets ; www.mytla home.com/b81c ; +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp) ; inquiries@mytlahome.com
2bd, 1bth, Apartment, 80sqm, BIK, liv/ din, balcony/terrace, laundry, pets allowed, available 28 Sep. 2024, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlaho me.com
Brand new, ground floor, 3BR 1.5BA TLA Apartment, 10min from RAB [ref=M213] ; Brand new, fast internet, ground floor, patio with BBQ grill, off-street parking ; ; inqui ries@mytlahome.com ; +4917624687550 (whatsapp)
1bd, 1.5bth, House, 200sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, unfinished basement, pets allowed, Housing Approved, €1800 +utl, call +49 173 3647569, info@german-aid.com
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2bd, 2bth, Apartment, 110sqm, BIK, liv/ din, laundry, no pets, available 24 Maerz 2025, call +49 176 2468 7550 (WhatsApp), inquiries@mytlahome.com
2bedroom apartment, 2 bd, 1.5 bth, 113 sq meters, Obere Triftstrasse KIndsbach, 0173-3464394, michaelkappa@hotmail.de
3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 120sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/terrace, laundry, finished basement, shared garage, pets allowed, available 1 Okt. 2024, klincks.tlahome@gmail.com
Fully furnished TLA in Ramstein-Miesenbach, !AVAILABLE NOW!140sqm, 3bd, 2bth Apartment, Car parking, Free Internet, Price varies, mail kenanz261@ gmail.com or call (+49) 017670718808 to get informations
Kaiserslautern, 3bd, 1.5bth, Apartment, 138sqm, BIK, guest WC, liv/din, balcony/ terrace, laundry, finished basement, private garage, pets allowed, available 11 Sep. 2025, Housing Approved, €1 +utl, call +49 156 78 212 399, info@tla-rentals.com
City Center: TLA/TDY 1 bedroom/ 1 bathroom unit, 80sqm, BIK, balcony, laundry, private garage, no pets, available 26 Sep. 2024, Housing Approved, €1234567 +utl, call 0172 6936886, info@ prem-realestate.com
2010 Subaru Impreza 2.5L Premium AWD, US, Year: 2010 Make: Subaru Model: Impreza Sedan 4dr Auto 2.5i Premium Special Edition Engine: 4 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 4-Speed A/T Exterior: Newport Blue Pearl Interior: Ivory *PACKAGE Special Edition pkg -..., €6,995. 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!
2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4WD, US, Air Conditioning, All Wheel Drive, Alloy Wheels, Automatic, Keyless Entry, Navigation, Park Distance Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, €15,995. 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!
2014 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara, US, Year: 2014 Make: Jeep Model: Wrangler Unlimited 4WD 4dr Sahara Engine: V6 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC (W5A580) -inc: Tip Start, Hill Descent Control Exterior: Granite Crystal Interior: Black *SAF..., €19,995. 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!
2015 Land Rover Evoque Pure Plus Sport, US, Air Bag, Air Conditioning, All Season Tires, Automatic, Heated Seats, Multifunction for Steering Wheel, Power Locks, Power Mirrors, Power Seats, €14,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Wuerzburg - BMW & Mini Car Dealer, Louis-Pasteur-Strasse 14, Wuerzburg, 97076 Germany, +49 (0) 931 870981021, marketing@bavarianmo torcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2016 Toyota Prius 5dr HB Two Eco (Natl), Front, Automatic, $22,674 (650016). 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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2017 Make: Mazda Model: Mazda6 Touring Auto Engine: 4 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 6-Speed A/T Exterior: Sonic Silver Metallic Interior: Black *SAFETY Back-Up Camera Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safet..., €14,995. Bavarian Motor CarsBMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admingraf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2017 VW Jetta 1.8T SEL, US, Year: 2017 Make: Volkswagen Model: Jetta SEL Engine: 1.8L in-line 4 and variable valve timing Transmission: automatic with manual mode and floor shifter Exterior: Cardinal Red Metallic Interior: Black *SAFETY Back-Up C..., €14,995. 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!
2017 Toyota Corolla, US, €17,995. 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!
2018 Audi A6 Avant 45 TDI quattro, Avant sport (Up To 47 MPG), EU, AWD/ 4WD, $29,497 (DE9555). 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 BMW 118 Diesel Manual, EU, $12,999 (AN1002). 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!
2018 Ford Mustang Convertible 2D EcoBoost Premium 2.3L I4 Tu, US, €20,995. 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!
2018 GMC Acadia Denali, US, Year: 2018 Make: GMC Model: Acadia AWD 4dr Denali Engine: V6 Cylinder Engine Transmission: 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC Exterior: White Frost Tricoat Interior: Cocoa/ Shale *PACKAGE *Driver Alert Package II includes Lane ..., €26,495. Bavarian Motor CarsBMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admingraf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2018 Honda Ridgeline RTL-T, Pickup, AWD/4WD, 6-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $27,497 (DE9062). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 63168031210, kaiserslautern@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2018 Jeep Compass Sport 4x4 (Up To 31 MPG), SUV, Rear, 6-Speed Manual, $17,497 (DE9497). 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!
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!
2019 Audi A3 2.0 TDI, Sportback 35 (Up To 65 MPG), EU, $20,999 (DE9788). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-BoschStrasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2018 Subaru Legacy Sedan 4D i Limited AWD 2.5L H4, US, Year: 2018 Make: Subaru Model: Legacy 2.5i Limited Engine: 4 Cylinder Engine Transmission: CVT Transmission Exterior: Crystal Black Silica Interior: Warm Ivory *SAFETY Back-Up Camera Outboard Front Lap And Shou..., €20,995. 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!
2019 Audi A3 Premium (Up To 63 MPG) Up To 63 MPG, EU, $21,997 (DE9358). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-BoschStrasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2019 Audi A4 TDI Prestige 40 Avant, EU, $22,999 (DEN9462). 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!
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!
2020 Dodge Durango R/T 5.7 HEMI 7 seats, SUV, Rear, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $29,999 (DE9881). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2019 Volkswagen Tiguan I.Q Drive TDI, EU, $21,799 (DEN9610). 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 Audi A3 Sportback 35i (Up to 40 MPG), EU, $24,997 (DEN9651). 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 X3, EU, $28,999 (DE9765). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-BoschStrasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2020 Audi A3 Sportback TDI (Up to 60 MPG), EU, transmission 7-speed - dualclutch, $20,499 (DEN9612). The Used Car Guys - Kaiserslautern, Weilerbacher Strasse 110, Kaiserslautern, 67661 Germany, +49 (0) 631-68031210, kaiserslautern@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2019 Volkswagen Touran Comfortline, EU, transmission 7-speed - dual-clutch, $20,497 (DEN9398). 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!
2020 Ford Mustang EcoBoost Premium, Coupe, Rear, 6-Speed Manual, $28,999 (DE9725). The Used Car Guys - Stuttgart, 6 Robert-Bosch-Strasse, Schoenaich, 71101 Germany, +49 (0)1727 129 046, stuttgart@ usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sport S 4x4, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $33,545 (004594). 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!
2020 Mini Cooper Cabrio (Up To 30 MPG), EU, $20,799 (DE9749). 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 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!
2022 BMW 330i xDrive Sedan, US, *BMW 330i xDrive Sedan Black Saphire CO2 package Remote engine start 19" LA wheel double sp.793I AS em.op. Steering wheel heater Sports leather steering wheel Tire with run-flat functionality Sport automat..., €33,995. Bavarian Motor Cars - BMW - Vilseck, Gut 3, Vilseck, 92249 Germany, +49 (0) 9641 60503292, admingraf@bavarianmotorcars.com. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2020 Mercedes-Benz A 180 AMG Line, 7speed - dual-clutch transmission DCT, $24,995 (DEN9319). 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!
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!
2022 Mercedes A 180 A 180d, EU, $21,999 (DEN9671). The Used Car GuysSpangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2021 Ford Bronco Black Diamond 4 Door 4x4, AWD/4WD, Automatic, $43,174 (104609). 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 Chrysler Pacifica Touring L, US, *CHRYSLER PACIFICA TOURING L Exterior Color: Fathom Blue Pearl-Coat Interior Color: Black / Alloy / Black Interior Colors Interior: McKinley Leather Perforated Bucket Seats Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine with Stop/Start Transm..., €35,995. 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 Toyota Camry XSE V6 Auto (Natl), Front, Automatic, $36,999 (204691). 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!
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 Volkswagen Golf, EU, $22,997 (DE9536). 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 Audi Q3 quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic, $27,999 (DE9906). 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!
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 X6 xDrive40i, SUV, AWD/4WD, 8-Speed Shiftable Automatic w/Sport Transmission, $49,999 (DE9949). 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!
2022 Cupra Formentor 1.5 TSI (Up To 55 MPG), EU, $27,999 (DEN9649). 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!
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 Fiesta Titanium EcoBoost MHybrid, EU, $19,697 (DEN9491). 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 Ford S Max Titanium, EU, $20,999 (DEN9510). 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 i 30 Trend Mild-Hybrid, EU, $16,999 (DE9845). 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 i20, EU, $18,995 (DE9270). 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 Lexus UX 200 Automatic, Wagon, Front, 10-Speed Shiftable CVT, $27,997 (DE7920). 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 Toyota Corolla Business Edition (Up to 65 MPG), EU, $25,999 (DEN9622). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcar guys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 Volkswagen Golf Plugin hybrid Style (Hybrid), EU, $25,999 (DEN9723). 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 Volkswagen Taigo Life (Up To 55 MPG), EU, $20,999 (DE9895). 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 Taigo Life, EU, $24,497 (DEN9068). 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 Taigo R-LINE - Apple CarPlay - Heated Seats (Up To 39 MPG), EU, $23,493 (DEN9108). The Used Car Guys - Spangdahlem, 45 Hillstrasse, Spangdahlem, 54529 Germany, +49 (0) 6565 957 315, mitch@usedcarguys.net. Find all of our cars on FindItGuide.com!
2022 Volkswagen T-CROSS 1.0 TSI, Style, EU, $23,999 (DEN9633). 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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2023 BMW 3 Series M340i xDrive Sedan, Rear, Automatic, $51,475 (304303). 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!
by Pfc. Kadence Connors 21st Theater Sustainment Command
DRAWSKO, POLAND — Soldiers with the 30th Medical Brigade conducted a rail casualty evacuation exercise during SWORD 26, May 11-15, to prepare Army medicine for the realities of large-scale combat operations across Europe. The training, conducted under the 21st Theater Sustainment Command, tested the use of rail transportation as a casualty evacuation platform while integrating multinational medical personnel, host-nation rail systems and NATO interoperability standards.
“We need to make sure that we’re looking at multimodal transportation for casualty evacuation during large-scale combat operations,” said Col. Crystal Belew, commander of the 519th Hospital Center. “We had overwhelming success in what we called the golden hour. We had air superiority. We were able to use rotary-wing evacuation. Moving into large-scale combat operations, we need to use all forms of evacuation methods.” The exercise reflected a shift in Army medicine’s focus from counterinsurgency operations to preparing for high-intensity conflict against near-peer adversaries, where contested airspace may limit the use of helicopters for medical evacuation.
According to Belew, Europe’s extensive rail network provides an opportunity for NATO allies to train
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together while testing the challenges of moving casualties across multiple countries and transportation systems. “Training with rail assets improves NATO interoperability with our host-nation partners,” said Belew. “Europe has one of the most extensive rail networks in the world, and we get to use NATO standards, standardized agreements and transload node agreements when we’re crossing
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different country borders.” The rail exercise incorporated multinational cooperation at every level, from medical treatment to transportation logistics.
“The true interoperability would be an American Soldier being treated by a Polish medical provider going to a German facility,” said Belew. “Using a rail asset and training through those different means and methods really
“This is a concept we’re experimenting with that, by doctrine, does not exist in Army medicine,” Belew said. “This is where we are stabilizing stable patients for onward evacuation.” The training scenario focused on preparing Soldiers and medical personnel for the scale and complexity expected in future conflicts.
“Large-scale combat operations have an expectation of mass casualties and complexity that has not been seen in our generation,” said Belew. “Exercises such as SWORD 26, where we’re focused on larger scales, mass casualties and stressing the system, are training Soldiers for those real-world expectations.”
The exercise also supported the broader sustainment mission of the 21st TSC by ensuring medical forces remain prepared to care for wounded personnel during future operations.
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brings the interoperability piece to full success.” In addition to the rail platform, the exercise also tested a casualty staging unit concept, an innovation modeled after systems used by NATO partners. The casualty staging unit is designed to stabilize patients before they are moved onward for additional treatment, helping reduce strain on emergency medical facilities during mass casualty events.
“Army medicine sustains the warfighter,” said Belew. “This training will sustain the warfighter by preparing for large-scale combat operations and preparing our medical professionals to take care of Soldiers.”
By integrating multinational partners, testing emerging medical concepts and expanding casualty evacuation capabilities beyond traditional air evacuation, SWORD 26 demonstrated NATO’s continued commitment to readiness and interoperability across the European theater.
Panelists at the “Ready, Resilient, and Supported” Mental Health Awareness Month event discuss the importance of mental
management, resilience and practical coping strategies to strengthen personal readiness.
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center marked Mental Health Awareness Month throughout May with a series of wellness activities focused on resilience, education and reducing the stigma surrounding mental health care.
The observance highlighted the importance of mental well-being while educating service members, families, Department of Defense civilians and retirees about behavioral health resources and mental health conditions.
The events were a part of the LRMC’s Comprehensive Soldier Fitness Program designed to strengthen physical and psychological resilience and improve overall readiness.
Mental Health Awareness month was established in 1949 to promote the importance of mental wellness and support recovery from mental illness.
Lt. Col. Angela Iyanobor, a psychiatric nurse practitioner at LRMC, said the Army formally began recognizing the annual observance around 2009 to increase awareness of behavioral health resources and combat stigma.
“The relationship between the military and mental health advocacy dates back to the World Wars,” Iyanobor said. “The surgeon general’s 1917 request for a ‘mental hygiene’ program was one of the earliest examples of the Army formally integrating mental wellness into combat preparedness.”
She said the Army’s current approach reflects a broader cultural shift that accelerated following the Global War on Terror, moving
from administrative ‘hygiene’ programs to a more comprehensive focus on Soldier wellness and readiness.
This year’s campaign emphasized active engagement through discussions, wellness activities and physical fitness events designed to support the “human weapon system.”
One of the central events was the “Ready, Resilient, and Supported” community panel, which featured leaders, behavioral health professionals and Veterans discussing mental health, resilience, and recovery.
Former Army Sgt. Franz Ulrich Walkup, who served with the 173rd Airborne Brigade in Vincenza, Italy, shared his experience recovering from combat injuries and post-traumatic stress disorder after being wounded in Afghanistan.
“I joined the military because of my older brother Frank, who was killed in Iraq in 2007,” Walkup said. “On Sept. 29, 2012, I was shot five times and flown here to LRMC. I spent two weeks in the intensive care unit in a medically induced coma before being transferred to Walter Reed.”
Walkup said his family’s military legacy stretches all the way back to the Revolutionary War and that his brother’s service inspired him to enlist and attend Airborne School.
“My first experience with traumatic stress was losing my brother,” Walkup said. “A lot of people don’t realize it’s not only service members who experience trauma and families do too.”
Col. Warren Stewart, commander of LRMC, said Walkup’s story resonated deeply with attendees.
“He wanted to come back to LRMC for closure and to thank the staff who saved his life,”
Stewart said. “His gratitude and his family’s legacy of service is remarkable.”
Sgt. 1st Class Denise Guerra, noncommissioned officer in charge of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Services at LRMC, said the discussion reinforces the importance of creating supportive environments for Soldiers.
“I have Soldiers seeking help to manage depression and stress,” Guerra said. “They need someone they can talk to confidentially without fear of judgement.”
The panel included Col. Matt Garrido, Europe regional director of psychological health; Command Sgt. Maj. Mike Woolley of the Medical Readiness Battalion at LRMC; Dr. Angela Karnes-Pardon, LRMC Culture of Care director; Army Veteran Kerrick Gray and Maj. Tisha Ellis, Army psychiatric nurse practitioner.
Dr. Chris Campbell, chief of inpatient mental health at LRMC and moderator for the event, asked panelists to discuss why mental health awareness remains critical to readiness and quality of life.
Karnes-Pardon emphasized the importance of normalizing conversations about stress, anxiety and trauma.
“Everyone experiences some level of stress or anxiety,” said Dr. Karnes-Pardon. “We have to normalize asking for help and recognize that people are often carrying unseen burdens.”
Gray said support systems and daily resilience practices are essential to preventing mental health struggles from escalating into crises.
“We never truly know what someone else is dealing with,” Gray said. “Having a strong
support network is critical.” Garrido highlighted ongoing challenges in recruiting and retaining behavioral health professionals across Europe and other operational areas.
Woolley said leaders play a key role in fostering healthy command climates and reducing stigma surrounding mental health treatment.
“There has historically been an expectation for Soldiers to remain stoic,” Wooley said. “We have to continue breaking down those barriers.”
The observance concluded with wellness activities throughout the month, including mindfulness sessions and a team fitness competition at the LRMC Gym focused on teamwork, resilience, and camaraderie.
“We wanted to create events that showed people that they can overcome challenges together,” said Darcy Soward, chief of the behavior health division at LRMC. “Having a support system is often what helps people through adversity.”
Barbara Palacios, a CrossFit instructor with Apex Path, said the fitness competition encourages teamwork and connection.
“It’s about bringing people together to encourage one another and make sure we are checking in on our teammates,” Palacios said. “Sometimes support starts with simply showing up for each other.”
Soward said the overall goal of the monthlong campaign was to encourage people to seek help when needed and remind them they are not alone.
“If you’re struggling, please don’t hesitate to reach out,” Soward said. “There is always someone there for you. Even if you think there is no one and you feel alone, you aren’t.”
HIKING from Page 1
trails for beginners and experienced hikers alike, and the Kaiserslautern area in particular is loaded with hiking and cycling opportunities. Here are five tips for taking advantage of those opportunities!
Visit the Ring Mauer
This hike takes you from the Vogelweh Housing development into the woods, leading you to the remains of an ancient Roman fort called Ring Mauer. To begin this trail, you will park within the Vogelweh Housing area; just be sure not to park within designated residential spots.
Trail time is roughly four hours round trip, or two hours each way. The trail is roughly 12 kilometers long and the route has sections that are both paved and unpaved.
Explore Frankenstein Castle
There are two Frankenstein castles in Germany, but this is the one closest to Ramstein – roughly one hour away. There is a designated parking lot at the base of the hill that provides access to the hiking trail. While it is unknown exactly which of the castles inspired the writing of Mary Shelley’s famous novel, it is known that the author spent time in many parts of Germany, especially along the Rhein River.
These ruins are accessible via a short hike up the side of the mountain, roughly fifteen to twenty minutes each way. There are picnic areas nearby and a number of geological formations in the surrounding area. This hike is perfect for someone looking to get a little fresh air without devoting much time to a hike.
The destination for this hike is located a short distance away from Kaiserslautern, about a thirty-minute drive, in the village of Wolfstein. This quiet village offers a number of public parking lots within walking distance of the trail. It is the first stage of the much longer Pfaelzer Hoehenweg, including but a small portion of the 100-kilometerlong trail.
This hike is just under 12 kilometers long, looping around the town and making it a perfect hike for a day trip. The hike ends with a spectacular view of two separate castle ruins.
Hop on and Off the Palatinate Forest Trail
Any portion of this 143-kilometer-long trail would make for an excellent hike. The trail offers views of spectacular crags, deep valleys, undisturbed countryside and verdant forests. There are a number of parking areas, depending on what entry spot you choose.
Along the way, hikers can stop at the sustainability house, Haus der Nachhaltigkeit, in Johanniskreuz, to learn more about preserving nature and the surrounding area.
The Drachenfels Ruins and the Berwartstein Castle, Germany’s only remaining currently occupied castle, are both along this route.
The trail is broken into nine stages, any of which can be hiked individually or as a longer multistage hike.
Participate in Volksmarches
A great way for beginning hikers to learn
what they like or don’t like is to opt for a Volksmarch-style hike, wherein you hike with a group along a predetermined trail. There are a number of Volksmarching groups in and around Kaiserslautern for those interested in joining.
When participating in any physical activity, hiking included, safety and preparation are of the utmost importance. Bring plenty of water and plan for changes in weather. In Germany, a sunny day can quickly turn to showers, and hikers should know that before hitting the trails.
Additionally, it is important to know where you are going. German trails are well marked, but it is still a good idea to know the route you’re taking. Doing a little research before heading out can mean the difference between a pleasant day of outdoor activity and being lost in the woods.
Pressure (2026)
The fate of the free world hangs in the balance as Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower and Capt. James Stagg face an impossible choice — launch the D-Day invasion or risk losing World War II altogether.
Cast: Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser, Kerry Condon, Chris Messina, Damian Lewis
Director: Anthony Maras
The Mandalorian & Grogu (2026)
The evil Empire has fallen but Imperial warlords remain scattered throughout the galaxy. As the fledgling New Republic works to protect everything the Rebellion fought for, they enlist the help of legendary Mandalorian bounty hunter Din Djarin and his young apprentice Grogu.
Cast: Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allen White, Brendan Wayne, Lateef Crowder, Sigourney Weaver
Director: Jon Favreau
Mother Mary (2026)
Long-buried wounds rise to the surface when iconic pop star Mother Mary reunites with her estranged best friend and former costume designer on the eve of her comeback performance.
Cast: Anne Hathaway, Michaela Coel, Hunter Schafer, Atheena Frizzell, Kaia Gerber, Jessica Brown Findlay, Isaura Barbé-Brown, Alba Baptista, Sian Clifford, FKA Twigs Directors: David Lowery
Passenger (2026)
A few weeks into their van life adventure, a young couple witnesses an accident that leaves the driver dead. Soon, they’re being pursued by a demonic stalker who’s impossible to outrun and follows them wherever they go.
Cast: Jacob Scipio, Lou Llobell, Melissa Leo
Director: André Øvredal
FRIDAY MAY 29
The Breadwinner (PG) 1945
Pressure (PG-13) 1715
The Furious (R) 1645
Mother Mary (R) 1930
Mandalorian & Grogu (PG-13) 1645, 1930
Mortal Kombat II (R) 1630, 1945
SATURDAY MAY 30
The Breadwinner (PG) 1645
Pressure (PG-13) 1930
The Furious (R) 1400
Passenger (R) 1100, 1415
Mother Mary (R) 1115, 1645
I Love Boosters (R) 1130, 1930
Mandalorian & Grogu (PG-13) 1100, 1315, 1715
Sheep Detectives (PG) 1615
Mortal Kombat II (R) 1415, 2030
Masters of the Universe (PG-13) 1900
After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor. To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela and Duncan/Man-At-Arms, and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe. Seating is first come, first serve basis.
SUNDAY MAY 31
The Breadwinner (PG) 1500 Pressure (PG-13) 1230, 1745
The Furious (R) 1215, 1730
Mandalorian & Grogu (PG-13) 1200, 1445, 1800
Sheep Detectives (PG) 1515
Devil Wears Prada 2 (PG-13) 1200, 1515, 1800
MONDAY JUNE 01 CLOSED
TUESDAY JUNE 02
Animal Farm (PG) 1300 – MOMMY & DADDY
A man becomes a stay-at-home dad when a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity takes his wife on a prolonged business trip for one month. With three young daughters and little experience handling their day-to-day needs, he soon realizes that running a household is the toughest gig he’s ever had.
Cast: Nate Bargatze, Mandy Moore, Colin Jost, Zach Cherry, Martin Herlihy, Kumail Nanjiani, Will Forte Director: Eric Appel
WEDNESDAY JUNE 03 CLOSED
THURSDAY JUNE 04
The Furious (R) 1730
Pressure (PG-13) 1730
Mandalorian & Grogu (PG-13) 1745
Devil Wears Prada 2 (PG-13) 1800
