great times were had there. Had a lot of good times and great memories. William J. Roberts; aka Bill, Billy, Robbie, (Acting) Sgt Roberts: of Alpha Co.12th Engr. Great memories. 1965 ~1968..HDQ HDQ Commo section. We lived in a little apartment nest to the slaughter house in NeirsteinI can almost taste the Schnitzel and liebfraumilch. E-72 was my MAB. Anyone wanting to catch up from those days can reach me at tj411@suddenlink.net. However, Major Fry returned to the outfit to remain the guiding hand through all the Battalion's campaigns. I was greatful no one was hurt. Do you have 12TH ENGINEER BATTALION, DEXHEIM, GERMANY Reunion information you'd like to share, "When I Joined VetFriends, I read about the email locator service, and sent an email to my old friend. As recently as last fall, the support battalion had more than 900 soldiers, ranging from truck drivers to nurses to missile maintainers. 553 members Join group About Discussion More About Discussion About this group Place to catch up with folks that served in the 12th at Dexheim. In the fall of 1942 the Battalion moved out amidst of many murmurings on the part of the men as to when in h____ things would really roll. Met a lot of good guys there, some I've ran into all these years later. 5 ton driver for B CO. 1st 12th engineers 1st platoon (b18). Spain joined on 30 May 1982. After World War II the Battalion was inactivated on 25 October 1945 at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. The battalion took to the road again and ended up in the lively and bustling Laguna Desert Camp in Arizona. I remember my kids waking up and looking out the windows and saying ooh and ahh about seeing "Christmas Trees" behind housing. Honor, Duty, Country.Wheelsof Steel. Every time I hear Freeboard now it takes me back to that round table in the Dexheim mess hall with Jack Bishop, Smitty Babcock, Leonard White, Carl Cannon, Jess Nack, Jack Vaughn all E Co. SGTs.CPT. Three U.S. The next move was a distinct change. World War II distinguished Unit Streamer embroidered Hurtgen Forest. I remember the Chapel well, I got to do special duty as the Chaplins assistant for a time. Four Combat Engineer Companies support the three infantry brigades with the construction of barriers, laying and clearing of minefields, demolition operations and limited construction operations. Neirstein and Oppenheim were local hangouts. I was with the 12th engineer battalion, special weapons (ADM) platoon from '68 - '70. 12th Engineer Battalion - Steel Hip Flask $29.99. 12th Engineer Battalion - Flag $31.99. I made a terrible mistake. I called the number ans wow he was blown away when he found out who I was. 12TH ENGINEER BATTALION, DEXHEIM GERMANY Air Force Units Army Units Coast Guard Units Marine Corps Units Navy Units Become a VetFriends Member Site Map Search Veterans & Personnel Photos, Humor, Stories & More Military Records & Resources Reunions, Parades, & Events Online Catalog About VetFriends My Profile MetLife Veteran Insurance Discounts Battalion Dexheim, Germany. In the fall of 1942 the Battalion moved out amidst of many murmurings on the part of the men as to when in h____ things would really roll. Lt. Zophel was my platoon leader. Organization Dexheim - Mannheim, Germany - 12th Engineer Battalion - US Army Private Only members can see who's in the group and what they post. Dual Prime Never Fails! The suspected ringleader was a 25yearold West German woman, the police said. It started on May 10, with about ten thousand men and three thousand vehicles from the 8th Division, as well as hundreds of Germans, Scottish, and Belgian troopers. Gibbens. The remainder of personnel was received through voluntary enlistments, and the Selective Service. I was at "The Heim" from Nov. 1975- Nov. 1978. monikaschmitz@gmx.netI want to please just know him. Glad to see this sight. Every Fri morning on AFN it was "Chicken Man" & "Freebird" in honor of the freedom bird for those DEROSing. In order to preserve its historical information and accuracy I have transcribed it here. Dexheim, Germany. We went airborne in '58 supporting the 504 and 505 Battle Groups up in Mainz. Lots of memories there!! I wish their pictures of the chow hall or the barracks of the 501st. CO Capt Manzi,Platoon Ldr Lt Beaver. 2023 Copyright VetFriends.com. Anyone can read what you share. Was stationed in Dexhiem from 1978 to 1981 with 12th Eng Bn. Add to cart. I remember the whole base bldg and all ..I honor all my 12th eng friends miss you guys . A Co, 12th Engineer Battalion, 8th ID USAREUR Deployments (3 years) 1985 - 1988. OPPENHEIM, West Germany, Aug. 26 (Reuters) Twentyfour American soldiers have been arrested by the West German police and the United States Military Police, smashing a heroin smuggling ring, the Oppenheim police said today. Add to cart. Made a lot of friends with the Germans. As the war in Vietnam expanded, he volunteered for service there in March 1965. Hope to make it back for a visit. To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. Calling A Co. As the Cold War in the eighties . Hope you guys are all doing well. Lots of bittersweet memories at this base, and of course changes. Great memories was a little sad to see a place that had so much life and energy closed up.SP/5 Newlin. Interests. I was in D.co also Sharkfan from 79 thru 82. 2023 Copyright VetFriends.com. This is a digitized version of an article from The Timess print archive, before the start of online publication in 1996. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. The battalion is heavily equipped with a vast array of construction machinery capable of supporting any engineer task required to support the 8th Infantry Division. Salawikain: Id Perficiemus (Tapusin natin ang gawain!) Buong . Relive & share the memories of your service time with your brothers & sisters in arms today. February 1952 followed by West Germany on 9 May 1955. Met a lot of great guys. They said three West German women and a Turkish man and woman were also detained Friday. This is a brief History of the 12th Engineer Combat Battalion, an integral part of the 8th Infantry Division: This is the story of the men who cleared the way. This is the episode of the GI Combat Engineers; of the man who, when asked Can you place a cable across the Rohr River? answered, Sir, it is impossible to get a cable across the Rohr and keep it there, but we will do it somehow! They did. If you didn't have a car it was wait for the evening pass van or hitch hike to town 3 miles away. They were stationed there longer than any unit in the US Army, Myself from 1978-1985 and the 1988-1990Wayne Holdran. Thank you so much again for helping me I was there under the leadership of 1st Sergeant Mohs, I remember his brand of PT and his infamous morning runs through the local countryside. Motto: Id Perficiemus (We shall consummate the task!). The 12th Engineer Battalion was activated 1 July 1940, at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina as an organic element of the 8th Infantry Division In July 1944 the battalion deployed to the European Theatre, landing at Omaha Beach in support of the greatest landing operation in history. Behind the row of buildings we lived in, there was a hill covered in grass that we'd sled down on large pieces of cardboard. In December 1957 the Battalion was restationed at Anderson Barracks, Dexheim, Germany. Army Pfc. Great memories!! All the wine fields , history, I wish, I would have understand the history of the area at the time. Captain Ressler commands A Company of the 12th Engineer Battalion of the Eighth Infantry Division of the Army Corps of Engineers in Dexheim, West Germany. After World War II the Battalion was inactivated on 25 October 1945 at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Four Combat Engineer Companies support the three infantry brigades with the construction of barriers, laying and clearing of minefields, demolition operations and limited construction operations. Kellogg Co. 1992 - 1993 1 year. World War II Meritorious Unit Streamer embroidered European Theatre, 9 June 1945. Cookouts on the Rhine and watching the kids react to their first snow. U.S. Description Change to 168th Engineer Battalion Reports To Engineer Units Active Reporting Units A Company B Company C Company D Company E Company HHC Inactive Reporting Unit None What a difference. Remember moving out New Years Day on a Seventh Army alert during the Cold War (froze our ** off), chugging nucs around the countryside. World War II Meritorious Unit Streamer embroidered European Theatre, 9 June 1945. Fortunately he had also become a member and responded to my email. Of course the front gate was a lot different in 68 than it is today. It was reactivated on 17 August 1950 at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina again as an organic element of the 8th Infantry Division. The Battalion was lodged at Camp Forest, Tennessee in a tent city, While its strength was brought almost up to normal. This move involved large scale maneuvers in Tennessee. - SP4 Thompson, Last edited on 24 November 2022, at 12:01, Learn how and when to remove these template messages, Learn how and when to remove this template message, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=12th_Engineer_Battalion_(United_States)&oldid=1123565060, Training for deployment Sept 1942 to November 1943, 4 July 4, 1944 landed at Normandy across Utah Beach and/or Omaha Beach (have found differing references)( 8th Infantry Division Wikipedia page has the Division landing at Utah Beach, citing U.S. Wow great memory's , my heart pounded when I saw this, great friends and good times.. Headquarters and Service Company awarded Meritorious Unit Streamer embroidered European Theatre. Smith was assigned to Company A, 123rd Main Support Battalion, Dexheim, Germany. View Our Upcoming Events Here Or reach out for more info View All Speakers Major General Kevin O'Connell Commander Army Sustainment Command I want to see him even necessarily .Please if anyone knows him just send me an email . Thanks for making it possible!" Aid Station & I (Carol) worked in the dental clinic as the receptionist and or secretary. I had a great time and intend to go again next year. The 123rd has been in Dexheim since January 1992. Hope some day you read this and forgive me! I've been trying to reconnect with a few of my old buddy's including Moe, Jeff Little, Finny, Dexter etc. Ranger, Airborne and Engineer Basic provided a little better perspective but not much and so after completing Engineer Officer Basic Course, I was turned loose on U.S. Army Europe's (USAEUR) 12th Engineer Battalion located in the tiny hamlet of Dexheim, West Germany. That job and some of the other prepared me later when i became first the Director of the Water Purification School and then later First Sergent of the 54th Quartermaster Company. We would love to have you join us! -mike lawson. Headquarters and Service Company awarded Meritorious Unit Streamer embroidered European Theatre. Subsequently, the Battalion participated in campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe, and Luxembourg. PL Mousaw, Lake Placid, NY. 54th engineer battalion wildflecken germany. We wonder about the rest that served with us in the artillery unit we served in. The latter is part of the 32d Army Air Defense Command. I was an Army wife at Dexheim from 1975 to 1978. Alicia McCullough (now different name). It is all boarded up weeds and trees growing around and over it. Add to cart. so cold I couldn't even move my arms or legs. He said we were like brothers and then all of a sudden, we lost all contact. Lived in Dexheim, Guntersblum and Saulheim. Lived on the second floor until my wife moved down and we got a 3rd flr apartment down in Nierstein. River Crossing Equip.) We loved it there! Reforger, folks marches, traveling to my cousins house in Clausen, Germany. It was placed under the command and control of the 221st Base Support Battalion located in Wiesbaden. However, this proved to be a very minute taste of the real thing, although the combat test at the time was very convincing to a majority of the men. I am so glad that I stumbled upon your site. The 12th Engineer Battalion was activated 1 July 1940, at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina as an organic element of the 8th Infantry Division In July 1944 the battalion deployed to the European Theatre, landing at Omaha Beach in support of the greatest landing operation in history. 40th Army Support Group, Royal Engineers - Willich, FRG: 24 FV432, 12 Spartan, 9 engineer vehicles. I worked with training NCO and was sqd ldr after promoted E5. The battalion took to the road again and ended up in the lively and bustling Laguna Desert Camp in Arizona. thank you for the photos,and i am sure this place in the middle of nothing, hold a special spot for all those who passes through its gate and called it home. West Germany now has a more severe heroin problem than any other country in Western Europe. All 24 soldiers were stationed at the Anderson Barracks at Dexheim. An icon used to represent a menu that can be toggled by interacting with this icon. I have not seen Anderson Barricks for long time, until recently. Married to JP Whittington, 12th Engineer Btln. I believe I may have served with you. 12th Engineer Battalion - 2 sided shirt $29.99. What a mess! Military Catalog, Sales, Discounts & more. Dexheim is located 15 miles south of Mainz, 25 miles southwest of Frankfurt, and 25 miles northeast of Bad Kreuznach. Assigned to Echo (Bridge) Co. Are you looking for someone who is or was in 12TH ENGINEER BATTALION, DEXHEIM GERMANY? After World War II the Battalion was inactivated on 25 October 1945 at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. To see her before it's gone. My name is Keith Hinton. Disclaimer: This information is solely produced for historical preservation, and is not available thru any internet website, or historical publication as far as I am aware of, and contains no copy-write information on the material. I'm looking for anyone with a connection to, the 32nd ADA 1976-1979.THE 1ST SARG. In its role as the division Engineer Battalion the 12th has the mission of providing general engineer support to the various elements of the division. The first address you sent me is my buddy. Equipped with Mobile Assault Bridge (MAB) units which can be driven on land, and then launched into water to link up with one another (to form a complete bridge, or a series of ferries) the MAB's enable the entire division to cross the Rhein River. I was stationed there from 83-85 in Echo Company(River Rats), maint section. Senior Operations Division civilian for Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Joint Region Marianas, integrating and annual program exceeding $600M in four Business Lines: Capital Improvements. The weather at this time was bitterly cold, And right in the middle of one of the worst cold spells, the Battalion moved to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Thank you for the pictures! Was a translater for maneuver damage and German American Friendship Day. Veteran L. Prickett, "Dear VetFriends, Thanks so much for your help! Damn good barrack parties. You'd find us in one or other quarters.Like others, i recall the runs through the grape and beet fields, wine and beer feasts, voxmarches with the kids. com. Alpha Company TF 23 EN, company (-) to 4-8 CAV, 2d BDE) This move involved large scale maneuvers in Tennessee. The 12th Engineer Battalion was activated 1 July 1940, at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina as an organic element of the 8th Infantry Division In July 1944 the battalion deployed to the European Theatre, landing at Omaha Beach in support of the greatest landing operation in history. The cadre was picked from the 1st Engineers at Fort DuPont, Del., and from the 7th Engineers at Ft. Custer, MI. The Bonn Government said last week that 328 people have died so far this year as a result of heroin addiction. My crew was Pvt Letendre, Spc Mullins & myself. A bridge company provides the Division with its river-crossing capability. The pictures look a lot different from when I lived on post. Houston, Texas Area . In its role as the division Engineer Battalion the 12th has the mission of providing general engineer support to the various elements of the division. In Delta Company for some time then got transfered to HHC. Find your Brothers on Army.TogetherWeServed.com JOIN FOR FREE TODAY! Henry. Many weekends spent in Mainz and other towns hanging out. Our 3 children attended school at Dexheim and Bad Kreuznach. find my friend. It was not clear what charges would be brought against the Americans. Subsequently, the Battalion participated in campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe, and . Later we got the Ribbon Bridge on 5t trucks.Lived in Saulheim & on PT mornings several of us would shower in the barracks & then have breakfast in the mess hall. Occasionally the digitization process introduces transcription errors or other problems; we are continuing to work to improve these archived versions. It was a nice place to be. Subsequently, the Battalion participated in campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe, and . Husband was stationed at the Missile base on the hill. 12th Engineer Battalion Battalion Administered By : Johnson, David, MSG Served in this Battalion? Stationed at the Nike site 71-73. My days in the chapel and my nights spent on the back side gate. HHC, 130th Engineer Brigade. Went to Germany on the USS Upsure (troop ship) Apr 1965. I was the manager of the snack bar from 1973 - 1974 during the renovation. I later worked with BMO as the consolidated Maintenance TAMMS/PLL Supervisor under the BMO Warrent Officer ( i forgot his name).I worked as HHC operation Sgt under serveral commanders and remember that fondly. A bridge company provides the Division with its river-crossing capability. Thank you so much again for helping me I was stationed with the Patriot BN from 1987-1989. I spent many hours in the "shack", which was a small secured building located in the motor pool. Three years seems like a long time ago now.My name is Randy "Big Bird" Olm I now live in North Idaho, Priest River. Anyone remember Pressor - he was the mail clerk and my room mate. Dexheim West Germany. The cadre was picked from the 1st Engineers at Fort DuPont, Del., and from the 7th Engineers at Ft. Custer, MI. However, this proved to be a very minute taste of the real thing, although the combat test at the time was very convincing to a majority of the men. Often search for things related to my time there. Luxembourg Croix de Guerre, Streamer embroidered LUXEMBOURG (8th Inf Div cited; DAGO 59, 1969) Luxembourg Croix de Guerre, Streamer embroidered LUXEMBOURG (8th Inf Div cited; DAGO 59, 1969). Died on October 28, 2003. Thanks God Bless here is my cell 806 200 0516, I worked at the Community Bank from 1986 until 2000-Army wife- my husband was stationed at Finthen Army Airfielld. This move was accomplished by truck, And by the time the organization reached their destination, it seemed problematical in the minds of many of the men whether they would ever again resume a semblance of straight posture. 12th engineer battalion dexheim w germany. So glad I did. Fantastic sight seeing. One German couple come to visit us in Florida ever 2 years and update us on what is going on in Dexhiem. Thanks for making it possible!" Simultaneously with the relocation of the 8th Infantry Division Headquarters to Bad Kreuznach, Germany. 12th Engineer Battalion The 12th Engineer Battalion was activated 1 July 1940, at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina as an organic element of the 8th Infantry Division In July 1944 the battalion deployed to the European Theatre, landing at Omaha Beach in support of the greatest landing operation in history 24 U.S. And the guy I really didn't like much SSG. TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. Bob McClure was the commander & I owe him a special thanks for getting my flight career started.Well Like I said; Thanks for the memories. The weather at this time was bitterly cold, And right in the middle of one of the worst cold spells, the Battalion moved to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. 12th Engineer Battalion (Estados Unidos) - 12th Engineer Battalion (United States) 12th Engineer Battalion "Dual Prime" "Never Fails!" Aktibo: 1 Hulyo 1940: Bansa: . The bridge company, E Company, redeployed earlier. World War II Meritorious Unit Streamer embroidered European Theatre, 10 June 1945. Join RallyPoint for a complete view of SPC Kayle Benedix Scroll My last name is Ruggiero.. Stationed there there in 84-85. How cool is that. operations officer, 5th Engineer Battalion, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri (1075-77); professional development officer and branch chief, Engineer Branch, . Major Charles H.Mason took over the command in August 1941 and was subsequently followed by Major Edmund M. Fry. I was stationed at Anderson Barracks in 1968 and 1969 until I was sent to Vietnam. Redesignated as the 12th Combat Engineer Battalion 15 June 1954. Campaign Streamers for: Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe, and Luxembourg. Had the duty a couple times working the courtesy patrol going around to all the haunts picking up all the drunks in the 3/4 ton and taking them back to the 12th. Had fun on the walks and winefest. clock repair Radio tropical fish. Additionally, two companies and some headquarters personnel were used to form the provisional Task Force 33d Engineers in direct support of 3d Brigade. The battalion is heavily equipped with a vast array of construction machinery capable of supporting any engineer task required to support the 8th Infantry Division. I was in E Co. 12th. I was in H H C , 1st Platoon. Their was a radar station and missile storage area. It was a wonderful moment that we will both remember for the rest of our lives, and we owe it to VetFriends. Add to cart. jamlit60@yahoo. The battalion took to the road again and ended up in the lively and bustling Laguna Desert Camp in Arizona. This move was accomplished by truck, And by the time the organization reached their destination, it seemed problematical in the minds of many of the men whether they would ever again resume a semblance of straight posture. Mike Fleming, I was stationed in Dexheim from June 1984 to December 1985 in Bravo Company. Amonq his military awards are the Bronze Star Medal with two Oak Leaf musters . Pretty boring place if you just hung out on base. Completion of the maneuvers found the outfit on the way back to Fort Jackson Where they were given more intensive training, and then used to supply the cadre for two new divisions. Visible Anyone can find this group. Four Combat Engineer Companies support the three infantry brigades with the construction of barriers, laying and clearing of minefields, demolition operations and limited construction operations. Nam Vet. For a place to be stationed in Germany, it was perfect. Battalion Headquarters and Staff thanks for the memories,PFC griffithA12E. The 12th Engineers has a platoon of heavy earth moving equipment, including 5-ton dump trucks, rough terrain cranes, and road graders. son born there at BK. Adams was participating in a small arms fire exercise on the range when a bullet ricocheted and ignited a fire in the building. Equipped with Mobile Assault Bridge (MAB) units which can be driven on land, and then launched into water to link up with one another (to form a complete bridge, or a series of ferries) the MAB's enable the entire division to cross the Rhein River. This is SP4 Brockwell "Brock" I was at the Heim from 76-79. A Company 1958-1960, the good old days. Crew chief on an ARCE (Amph. Germany in October 1956. What a conversation we had. It was reactivated on 17 August 1950 at Ft. Jackson, South Carolina again as an organic element of the 8th Infantry Division.The Battalion moved with the 8th Infantry Division to Nuremberg, Germany in October 1956. Fortunately he had also become a member and responded to my email. Eng From Dec 77 til Mar 81 as a Sgt. The police said the arrests were made after several months of surveillance by the West German police and the Criminal Investigation Division of the United States Military Police. I did contact David Jackson, but forgot a lot of people's names. The main body of the battalion arrived in Saudi Arabia between 17 and 19 January 1991, and remained until 19 May 1991. It was put together by the currently deactivated information office at the 8th Infantry Division Headquarters, and as far as I am aware it was used solely for orientation purposes, and was not copy written, or available through any public publishing. I was surprised to find this and other websites with pictures, which brought back lots of bittersweet memories. Enjoyed the car races. We were together for over 4 years - I even brought her home to meet my family in Florida. Got lifted into engineer boat about a mile down from crossing sight. A.V.L.B. Tent city, Tent mess hall, Herman/Nelson heaters not working, Good Times!! c. 12th Helicopter Flight, Army . Had a few flash backs at times. Transporter driver and boat operator. I had fun at the movie theater, and the bowling alley. 12TH COMBAT ENGINEERS ABN A Co 1964-1967 EMAIL:elvinsr@verizon.net MONAHAN, JOHN [ HARRY] 1st Lt [DECEASED ] Co. H 2nd BAT 121 INF REGT 44-45 BRONZE STAR W/CLUSTER PURPLE HEART W/ 2 CLUSTERS EMAIL N.O.K. 1SG Climente always made the company spell his name during formations. Worked in Tech Supply. The Battalion was organized at Ft. Jackson, S.C. on July 1, 1940, under General orders no. Holocaust Memorial Museum as a source), Presidential Unit Citation (Army), Streamer embroidered HURTGEN FOREST (12th Engr Cbt Bn cited for period 21-28 Nov 1944; WDGO 21, 1947. I married a local girl from Oppenheim. for all the guys far from home who transitioned from boys to men here, this place will always be home. The northern half of the FRG was defended by the four Army Corps of NATO's Northern Army Group . I'm sorry to see it closed. The 12th Engineers are constantly training in their Engineer Support Role, conducting bridge operations on the Rhein, performing earth-moving tasks in community assistance projects, and constantly demonstrating readiness to live up to their motto. Mr ACO, I hope you took care of my old truck. Meet and made some really good memories there. Adams was assigned to the 122nd Engineer Battalion, Army National Guard, Edgefield, South Carolina. World War II Meritorious Unit Streamer embroidered European Theatre, 10 June 1945. The 12th Engineers has a platoon of heavy earth moving equipment, including 5-ton dump trucks, rough terrain cranes, and road graders. Bmo chief was cwo brown. I was sent back to the states Which I believed it was for that resign. access_time23 junio, 2022. person. CENTAG major unit locations 1989. A Co 12th 81-84 mainz/Dexheim.it looks nothing like it did when i was there, i plan to return again this fall, i am sure memories will return and i will be 21 again. Dexheim - Mannheim, Germany - 12th Engineer Battalion - US Army. Log In . Subsequently, the Battalion participated in campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland, and Central Europe, and Luxembourg. Wow the memories. This move involved large scale maneuvers in Tennessee. If you can add or correct any information, please send an email to the content point-of-contact at the bottom of this page. Also in 1973, the division lost its airborne mission. The police said they belonged to the 12th Engineering Battalion of the 8th Infantry Division, and B Battery, Second. station road cafe sudbury; yokosuka middle school student dies. This is a brief History of the 12th Engineer Combat Battalion, an integral part of the 8th Infantry Division: This is the story of the men who cleared the way. This is the episode of the GI Combat Engineers; of the man who, when asked Can you place a cable across the Rohr River? answered, Sir, it is impossible to get a cable across the Rohr and keep it there, but we will do it somehow! They did. The weather at this time was bitterly cold, And right in the middle of one of the worst cold spells, the Battalion moved to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.