1st Battalion 52nd Infantry (Cold War)

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Christmas Wishes

Rosie and I wish each and everyone of you and your families a very merry christmas and a very happy new year.

Added by Jerry L Hillhouse on December 16, 2014 at 7:23am — No Comments

I received some photos from Bill and Lisa Bert and it looked like everyone had a great time. I did notice a lot more gray hair and some pot bellies , I don't feel bad now. I really hope things work out for the next reunion and I get to see all of you guys again. I wish each and everyone of you and your families the very best. Sincerely, Jerry and Rosa Hillhouse

Added by Jerry L Hillhouse on October 14, 2014 at 9:07am — No Comments

Warner Barracks Closure

The end is nearly here.

After many years of on-again, off-again plans to shutter Warner Barracks, the final closure ceremony is this coming Friday, 12 September 2014. Last year, all the troops moved out. The last units there were with the 173rd Airborne Bde. These were the soldiers "north of the Alps" for that Vicenza, Italy-based brigade.

I went to Warner Barracks back in June to run my retirement flag up the community flag pole. The Community NCOIC was very helpful, and gave…

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Added by Todd A. Mercer on September 10, 2014 at 10:28am — 2 Comments

Flores, whats up man, I remember Ottinger

Added by James M Dennis on August 20, 2014 at 5:03pm — 1 Comment

I am here - In Scottsdale AZ taking care of my Mom with Alzhiemers

Sorry guys - life really sucks right now. My Mom can not remember conversations day to day and, many times; hour to hour. The last couple years have been challenging to say the least taking care of her as an only child!

Later I can tell you all about my experience with the Phoenix VA just before the story broke nationally. Hint: Shackled to a bench in handcuffs for 2 1/2 hours for no reason! Released with all charges dropped due to their stupidity.

Anyway,…

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Added by Lee Scott Harris on May 25, 2014 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Alpha company

I can see some of a few company members such as Dennis and Fred from my two years there. I originally had an 18 months tour then the Army changed the rule to make all tour be minimum 2 years.
The smoked beer was good beer, and going to litchenfels to club Formel 1.
Third platoon had a few guys such as Pfeifle and SSG Wilson ranger.

Added by Oscar Flores on April 23, 2014 at 1:11pm — No Comments

Testimonials from first reunion

First Ever 1/52 Battalion Reunion

On June 16, 2010, 15 members of the 1st Battalion 52nd Infantry (Mechanized) met at the Tuscany Hotel in Las Vegas NV for the first Battalion Reunion.

Those attending were Bill and Lisa Burt, Mike Cook, Lamar and Shannon Crosby, Dan Harris, Jerry and Rosa Hillhouse, Mark and Jean Lastufka, Al Lovett, Jose and Mabel Melendez, Bill and Maria Patterson, Nick and Jennifer Porcellino, Kevin and Linda Proett, Robert and Shellye Pruitt, Betsy and John…

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Added by Bill Burt on August 28, 2012 at 5:50pm — 1 Comment

Dietary Health Warning

Take Heed of this issue

A dietician speaking at a conference summarized his comments by saying "You've seen the dietary problems associated with red meats, sugar, trans-fats amd MSG, but one food is the most dangerous of all. Who can tell me what most of us will eat that will cause the most suffering and problems for years after eating it" he asked all in…

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Added by Robert Pruitt on May 16, 2012 at 2:01pm — No Comments

Christmas Wishes

To each of you and your families we would like to extend our wishes that you have a very Merry Christmas and a great New Year. Jerry and Rosie Hillhouse

Added by Jerry L Hillhouse on December 24, 2011 at 8:47am — 1 Comment

2011 Reunion

I have booked my flight and room and I’m looking forward to seeing you all. I will not be attending the baseball game, not my thing! And for anyone else that doesn’t go I’m looking at going to a comedy club or something like that. I understand that there is a lot to do at the Mall of America and the twin cities as well.

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Added by mickael cook on May 15, 2011 at 7:25am — No Comments

Remember the old haunts

Any one remember Milano's across the street from HHQ, or Ma Kellers where the Brothers hung out, Or Drosendorf Tanze center where the chicks were on the weekends?

Added by John Stowe on March 31, 2011 at 7:53pm — 12 Comments

A Co. 1/52 Inf.

Looking for members of A Co 1/52 Inf. from 1979 - 1981. I was the Company Armor during that time frame.

Added by Alonzo Scott on January 22, 2011 at 10:07am — 2 Comments

Trying to locate Officers from C company 1/52 (1975-1977)

I am looking for the following officers that were in Charlie Co 1/52 from 1975 to1977. Joe Mancuso (company commander), Tim Thomas and Mark Tracey (platoon leaders).

Added by Glenn Wilkinson on January 22, 2011 at 7:15am — No Comments

Christmas Greetings

I would to extend to each and everyone of you, a very Merry Christmas and a very good new year. I hope we can all get togeather for another reunion soon. I'm not going to be able to come this year, but 2012 looks very promising. Best wishes to all. Jerry & Rosa Hillhouse

Added by Jerry L Hillhouse on December 24, 2010 at 4:46pm — No Comments

2011 reunion

Is there any interest in having a 2011 reunion?

Added by Bill Burt on October 25, 2010 at 5:28pm — 2 Comments

Roll Call

Welcome to our website. We are constantly searching for other members of Delta Company who served between 1983-1986. Please checkout our roster. If you see any corrections or have any additions please let me know. Also, if you know where other members live or have lived please let us know also, so that we can search form them.
Bill

Added by Bill Burt on December 30, 2008 at 7:42pm — 1 Comment