Hi! I served in the Russian Berlin Brigade 1987 - 1992. Very similar memories. In 1987, Ronald Reagan came to Berlin. Just a few days before the arrival of the President of the United States in Berlin, at the airport Tegel (not sure because I watched the plane from Karlshorst) landed airplane of the American military transport "Galaxy". This huge plane like a bird hovering over Berlin and slowly slowly landed. Everything was like in a certain surreal film. All Berlin could see this Huge machine

I was a member of the US 3rd Bn 6th Inf at McNair, shown in this video, although at the time of this video the unit was reflagged. I recall those times very well. The warmth between the two countries was sincere and it would have been wonderful if we could have continued on a path of working together in all aspects toward a new economic, social and welfare for the planet. It didn't take long for the strain and mistrust between the two countries to resurface. It is too bad the politicians can't learn to live and serve for the betterment of their people.

I was in this video, one of the American NCO's

Danke an alle Soldaten/innen die in Berlin West uns geschützt haben. Ihr habt alle meinen Respekt und meine Erinnerungen an euch, es war eine besondere eine schöne Zeit mit Euch! Danke und Grüße aus West Berlin näche damals Geisterstadt Lichterfelde Süd

Our generals have always come to you. But now that you have visited the simple Russian soldiers and officers .... This was the first time. I was one of the organizers of the open day in the Russian Berlin Brigade. 99% of the 100 that we saw each other.

I was serving in the United States Army in the late '80s and early '90s from September 1988 to February 1991 as part of the 6th BN 502nd INF DIV Berlin BDE. McNair Barracks used to be the place where I lived. I served before the Fall of the Berlin Wall, during its fall on Thursday, November 9, 1989, and after the fall. The Reunification of Germany happened on Wednesday, October 3, 1990 and I could witness that happening as well. Great memories of serving in the military service.

“9 in the clip” well and truly an officer

I had the privilege to be stationed here back in 1991 to 1993. Aco 5/502. The same place they were inspecting the weapons. That was our dayroom. Played pool on that table. Sat at that same CQ desk plenty of times. I recognized so many guys I was with there in the video. Some from 3rd platoon and some from mortars. I was the armorer in that arms room back in 1993. Awesome video. Great memories. Was and still am proud to be a part of the Berlin Brigade.

I lived in Berlin from 85-89. My father was in the American army with company F, 40th Armor. I took a college course at McNair barracks because I failed a class at Berlin American High School. Most of the soldiers were cool, but some did not appreciate a civilian kid with a green mohawk in their class. GREAT VIDEO!! Thank you. This brings back many good memories.

I served in CSC, 4th Bn. 6th Inf. in Berlin from ‘75-‘78. Interesting unit and interesting city. Generally I liked my tour in Berlin, but I was ready to rotate home in ‘78. The Army in its wisdom decided to put me on orders to return to Germany 6 months after I was assigned to Ft. Knox. 6months at Ft. Knox and they wanted me to go back to Germany in 6 more months for another 3 year tour. I decided I didn’t want to re-enlist just to return to Germany, so I left the service. Damn shame because if I had had 3 year tour at Ft. Knox, I might very well have been happy to go back to Germany.

I was stationed there from 08/88-08/90. 4/502d Infantry I loved Berlin!

Thank you for posting this video. It is greatly appreciated.

am very grateful to you for a good review about my film. My wife is also Russian. We both know very well, as both of us is not easy.

I was stationed there during the time period of December 1986 - July 1992. We had the Russians at our barracks (Andrews Barracks) as well. It was Christmas 1990 (if I remember properly).

Thank you for posting this video. Brings back memories.

Hey brother Andrej Stroganov I'll never forget that day we met by a simple salute soldier to soldiers now old soldiers 😂 Salute brother. A 6/502 INF Berlin Brigade.

I'm amazed to have been in those same rooms in 1982-83. Seems like yesterday.

My son Eugene Lyde was stationed their during that time. He has fond memories ❤

Hello. I was stationed at McNair from 68-69. One Sunday morning I was awoken by a loud roar. I was on the top floor. I ran to the window to see a Mig fighter flying between my roof and the adjacent barrack roof. The pilot and I exchanged stares. Above was a flight of Migs which proceeded to peel off individually and buzz the barrack. Interesting times.

I’m stationed in usag ansbach now, spoke with old contractor that said he was stationed in Berlin way back when, wanted to look at what the garrison was like in “east Germany.” Bet it was a lot more fun than rural barvaria.

I was in Berlin Brigade from 80 to 86 , my experiences are and were far different. We didn't have this sharing, it was far more observation only.

spent Summer 1989 at Gießen U.S. Army Base -- we drove through the Inter-German Fence to West Berlin Took a bus tour into East Berlin

Hi, Carl! This girl was a Russian. She worked as a translator in the Russian headquarters of the Berlin Brigade. I arrived serves Russian brigade in 1987, and heard a lot about this girl. He was educated at the military school of translators in Moscow. Maybe I can send you a picture of her.

I was BB from 1984 to 1987, and then a civilian job until 1990.

I was in CSC & HHC 2/6 from 77-80. Great memories. I was 17 when I got there...and grew up in a hurry.

Thanks for sharing this video with us, Andrej. It's amazing...

Was stationed at Gieseen West Germany Rivers Barracks 2/92 8 Inch Self Propelled Howitzer. I asked about West Berlin. Firs Sargent said that you are restricted from traveling to West Berlin because of your additional duties. I couldn't even fly commercial over Communication Countries.

Thank you for this wonderful video

I was there in 83 -86 and was inspected by a Russian COL and a Russian PVT with a Hot looking interpreter and a Barracks full of Brass I think it was 84 but could have been early 85. CSC 5/502 TOW PLT.

Vielen dank für diesen einzigartigen Film!

Amazing footage!!! I was there in 77 & 78...

Awesome film! I actually left on Thanksgiving 1987! Pretty much Berlin was over when Ronald Reagan gave his famous “Tear down this Wall” speech! I was in the 9th row and have the invitation in my scrapbook which should be framed👌

i was berlin from 86-90. my wife is russian. thanx for your video. i havent seen those images for a while. it was before the web and smartphones.

Amazing video. Really shows how soldiers are similar, regardless of nation.

Danke an alle an alle Soldaten ob West oder ost die einen kühlen Kopf bewahren haben 1989 das Wunder im November Respekt solche klugen Menschen mussten in unsere Regierung sein

Nice

Awesome!

Danke für dieses tolle Zeitdokument!

Great vid man

25:26 that's me

@fallout1111 I am glad that you liked my video. Thank you! Here are answers to your questions. 1. Absolutely the same. I did not even feel the difference. 2. Yes, especially if the M16 has a grenade launcher. The Kalashnikov rifle is much easier and more convenient. 3. That said, I am, because I could not do this because in my hands was a video camera.

Great video... I left In Jan of 90 but do recognize that this was the 5/502 INF compound. I saw my company C co when you are leaving the mess-hall. This brings back some great memories and I sure my fellow 5/502 will get a kick out of it... Thank you...

I wonder who the young Ranger qualified E-5 is? I was a Corporal in 1990 at Fort Carson. I also love the young brother with the "box" hair cut. It was definitely the nineties.

I was a medic in 4/6 Inf from June, 1980-Januray, 1982 and we had the Gamma Goats back then for ambulances.

Great video! I served in Berlin HHC 5/502nd Inf from 91-93. Good times....

Hi Andrej- Thanks for posting the video- My old squad leader (Hey Dale!) sent it to me because my old friend Bob (where are you Pena?) and I were at the table next to you in the red shirts eating at the mess hall. What a cool find and great video. It was a great change to see!! 5/502 Mortar platoon!

I love it when they had Randy Travis's Meet Me Under The Mistletoe played by 23:27. 😂

The female SGT (most likely an Intel type and DLI grad) getting her Russian a good workout.

I was with the 42nd Eng on Andrews from 82-85. We had a Russian Colonel visit Andrews in 84. I let him and his VERY attractive Lt. interpreter into my arms room. I've always wondered if she had dual citizenship, she spoke flawless American english without a hint of an accent. I remember how the MIGs would like to break the sound barrier over West Berlin. In the 3 yrs 8 mths I was there I heard hundreds.

Great filmdocument 👍🏼

Things changed since my time years ago. Assigned to 2nd Bn/6th Infantry (Combat Support Co), 4.2" heavy mortar platoon. No APC's, only light infantry. Used the infamous "Gamma Goat" truck to haul that heavy mortar. I do mean heavy! The Soviets (Russians) did cruise around all American, British, & French military facilities. They did this when the Russians went to "guard" the last NAZI still imprisoned in Spandau Prison. He was still considered a danger to humanity. Even though he was 92! Travel time from Check Point Charlie to Spandau Prison was 30 minutes. The Russians took 3 to 4 hours. Taking tons of pictures. Please know that anything shown to the Russians in this video can be learned from Jane's Defence Weekly. No state secrets passed.

I was with the Artillery battery on McNair from 88-91. As I recall we had Russian visitors to our Barracks in '89, I think it was a Russian general. It was a nice visit, he liked our barracks. Although, when our Sergeats briefed him on our equipment, he thought they were really officers wearing sergeant rank. After the wall came down, some friend and I visited a Russian Army open house in East Germany. The poor soldiers had pretty rough living conditions.

gosh i wish i had made it, i was supposed to get stationed here , but the bombing of the discoteque changed it all and i was sent to Babenhausen. i was suppose to be a part of this Berlin Brigade

Hi i served from 1980 to 1982 Co B 2nd Battalion 6th Inf.

DANKE FÜR`S ZEIGEN VON ZEITZEUGEN - HOCH LEBE GREENPEACE - Besonders mit eurem Wissen in Berlin zu alten und neuen "Kräften des Friedens" LG CHRIS

Haha , we bought exactly the same Poineer Receiver with Infinity Loudspeakers in the P/X by that time.

Was at Berlin Brigade Hqtrs 3/6 Recon Platoon [Border Patrol] 1964 -1966 // This could not have happened back then // Who Knew ?

Wow just seeing this video and recognized a friend in the back. I need to remember his name and see if I can find him on Facebook.

This day is simply impossible to forget! You, too, were there on that day?

About 1967 or 68 the Russians had a innovative AK 47. The stock was plastic and in some circles was called the AKM (m for Mattel)

OMG...I was in 5/502 in Berlin at McNair Barracks. I can honestly state none of the Infantry Battalions would even remotely consider allowing vehicles in their Motor Pool to look like a hot bag of gelatinous F like I saw in this video. I won't even go into the dress green uniforms that looked like someone hung green on chewed bags of bubblegum or hair actually touching and overlapping collars.

25th Infantry Division Medic here. Great to see that the common soldeir is the same regardless of whatever nation you belong to, even bitter rivals. We're you suprised at how it was on the American side? Was it similar to life on a Russian post? Great that you got to visit during the Christmas season.

I served in A co.3rd BG 6th inf. from Feb.13,1961 until Aug.23,1963.. I remember we had open house for the Berliners but did not allow the Russians through the gates at McNair.JFK and LBJ came to visit is.

LOL that one Ruskie officer couldn't keep his hands off of that squad leader M-16/grenade launcher combo. I guess the Cold War was over by then or there's no way they would have allowed this.

i knew the LTC but I never new he spoke Rusky

@fallout1111 4. Yes, it was a commander of an infantry battalion, Major Chernetsky. The fact that the Russian similar devices are very large and heavy. So we were curious to see the American night-vision devices.

And to think Major Nicholson died for his pictures and APCs are wide open for GSFG to view.

What a silly time to be in the Army. Elvis BDUs, itchy cold weather gear, no real deployments.

The way Army operates, it haven't changed still the same. Only uniform and weapons are different

@tuellerdrill Greetings to you, my American colleague. Also miss Germany and in our meetings with you in Berlin. Americans are very similar to Russian. At work I was involved in Afghanistan for three years. Have you seen my other films about the American Berlin Brigade?

A co. 3rd BG 6th Inf. Feb.1961 until Aug.1963. I must say our troops were sharper.

08:37 This guy was crazy to take away the M16 with him

@fallout1111 3. It was not about a double portion. I just asked my friend to put something in my bowl, because I really wanted to remove the video your beautiful dining room for the soldiers.

Todd Milton (the Armor LTC) and Nick Nicholson were colleagues in USMLM when the fatal shooting happened. So I wondered what Todd was thinking when he was sitting with these guys and especially when he was explaining the coin tradition of having to buy a drink if caught without it. RIP Nick - a great guy and confirmed russophile.

could I also see this pick may remember her if she was there in 84-85

This is the only Marine in Berlin, Major Jim Rikkart. Not sure really what is right wrote his name.

Did you guys have wear your dress green when traveling outside of Berlin. For example if a soldier had to take an emergency leave. Would he have to travel through East Germany at night, by train, in dress greens. The reason I asked is because that’s how we did when I traveled to Berlin in 1990.

ВСЕМ ПРИВЕТ ,КТО ЕСТЬ ИЗ БРИГАДЫ ,СМОТРЮ ЗДЕСЬ ОДНИ ИНОСТРАНЦЫ.

The Russians don't have very high firearms safety sense. In the beginning they are pointing muzzles at each other, one had to push the muzzle away before it went up his nose.

We did not associate with the Russians in 1961 to 1963.

No, this is the time when Gorby and Yeltsin made "detant" and "perestroika" a big thing before the collapsed of the U.S.S.R.

What kind of officer doesn't know how many rounds a 1911A1 holds?

Очень душевное видео. Дружба и тепло сердец всегда творят чудеса и дают силы. Спасибо

The one place where U S troops Marines, Navy, Airforce, Army all wore the same unit patches on their left shoulder. Notice USMarine officer conducting the visit

4/502~correction cause I cant ttype

se estaba cayendo a pedazos la URSS y estos militares visitando a los americanos.

I would Not have showed them a damb Thing nor even let them on Base. We're all of you invited on a russian Base, NO.

I am a bit shocked to see the Soviets being allowed to check out the allied military hardware at Berlin. That was a bit upsetting, at least for me. Now Obama, on the other hand, he has allowed all sorts of enemies to visit the most sensitive military sites and that really burns me up even worse.

Пройдет 30 лет, и вся эта техника будет на полях Украины воевать...

Hi! I served in the Russian Berlin Brigade 1987 - 1992. Very similar memories. In 1987, Ronald Reagan came to Berlin. Just a few days before the arrival of the President of the United States in Berlin, at the airport Tegel (not sure because I watched the plane from Karlshorst) landed airplane of the American military transport "Galaxy". This huge plane like a bird hovering over Berlin and slowly slowly landed. Everything was like in a certain surreal film. All Berlin could see this Huge machine