MARINE BARRACKS
LONDON, ENGLAND - MESSAGE BOARD

34 Messages Since 3-14-00

Posted 3-17-00
Suzanne, Husband stationed 75 - 78
SHead86000@aol.com

My husband served 2 years Barracks Marine and one year at Eastcote in Admin. We were in London from 1975-1978. A lot of great memories. Trying to locate ones that were with us at that time. Try to have a reunion every few years. Those found are Head, Ragni, Richey, Vidrine, Stengal, Orr, Mauer, Ellis, Hardigan and General Livingston. Any others out there? Would love to hear from more of you, esp. Capt.Fisher, Joe Maher, David Weinraub, SgtMg Haas. Thanks for all your doing.

Posted 3-29-00
Cpl. Bob Stoner, 62 - 65
stone@pa.net

Stationed at MB London, England from Sep. 62 to Sep. 65.  First at the 32/33 Elverston Rd. Barracks, SW 7, then to the St. John"s Woods Barracks. NW 7. Looking for anyone I served with, have picture's, and would send them, if I could learn how to use the scanner. My rank at the time was Cpl. (E-4)

Posted 5-10-00
Cpl.Campfield"Mike", 82 - 83
rmcam@hotmail.com

I was stationed at.MB.U.K.Det2 in Cornwall 1982-1983. Would like to get in contact with anyone that was there at that time.

Posted 6-29-00
Sgt Martin P. Rakoci, 66 - 68
cmrmpr@aol.com

Sgt Martin P. Rakoci USMC stationed with Marine Secutity Det. in London England years 1966-68 at St Johns Wood. Would like to hear from anyone who was with the detachment at that time. Was also on the Marine rugby team at the time. Thanks and Semper Fi

Posted 8-21-00
Calvin E. Keefer Jr  MSgt  Ret
gray_ghost_1944@yahoo.com

I served at St Johns Woods Barracks from June 1965 - 1967. I was a Corporal when I arrived and made Sergeant before leaving. Would like to hear from other Marines stationed there with me, Jack Mooney, Clifford Crawford, Richard Hatfield, George Moss, to name a few.

Posted 8-23-00

In Memory of... Sgt Rodney M. Davis
SGT Rodney M. Davis, USMC, served with the Marine Barracks in London England before going to Vietnam. He was killed in action in Nam on September 6, 1967 and received the Medal of Honor for his action. His picture and information can be obtained at: http://thewall-usa.com/

Posted 4-11-01
Nicholas Aldridge
Nicholas.H.Aldridge@usa.conoco.com

Trying to locate a Marine by the name Doug Harris. We were served together in 1st Battalion 3rd Marines in Hawaii (93-94). I was getting out and he re-enlisted. He was sent to Marine Corps Security Force Company London.  His home state is North Carolina, I think. Semper Fi

Conoco Multi-Function Device Manager ETN 639-6074, (281) 293-6074

Posted 2-2-02
Michael Repik, 86 - 89
mike_repik@hotmial.com

Anyone serving in London during March 1986 until Sept. 1989 drop me an email.

Posted 3-9-02
Curt Kauffman, 64 - 66
ckauffman@pasec.org

I was stationed at MarDet London, UK from Oct 64 thru Oct 66.  Admin clerk for a while and then with the guard (port section).  Played rugby, bowled, softball, basketball, drank beer, bartended etc. etc.  Retired in 84 as a 1stSgt from 2ndBn 4thMarines.  LtCol Klaus D. Schreiber (Nick) was my first Battalion Commander with 2 4.  He was hard as nails, but fair and had a lock of fond memories of MarDet UK.  Won the Navy Cross in VN.  Let me hear from you.

Posted 3-9-02
Keith Roberts (Welshman), 67 - 70
dkr339@hotmail.com

I was at MB Mar67/Jan70. What a great time. Come on old buddies and get you names in here.

Posted 3-9-02
Carl Campo, 63 - 66
ccclcampo@tri-lakes.net

Carl Campo, stationed at MB London from June 63 to June 66. Arrived a Cpl. left a Sgt. stood post and Sgt. of the Guard. Don't remember which section. Great tour, lots of good memories then on to Vietnam, the drill field in San Diego and out in 69.

Posted 3-9-02
MSgt O. Hernandez, 80 - 83
hernandezo@6mcd.usmc.mil
MCRS, Jacksonvillie, Forida, (904) 730 9246

I served at the MB at Eastcote from Jan 1980 to Jul 1983. My hobby at the time was photography, so once I get a scanner some interesting photo's will be downloaded.  I recently spoke with SgtMaj Pete Ross at Parris Island and speak monthly with George Bradley.  Anyone that might admit to knowing me is welcome to contact me at or the below land line. Semper Fi!

Posted 4-2-02
Michael Downend, 55 - 58
leMeeg@nep.net (update 8-31-04)

Anyone out there from London Marines during the 32 Elvaston Place days? Would like to hear from you. Also, wondering if anyone remembers the name of the family that ran the Montreux Restaurant in Gloucester Road where many of us ate in those day's. Mom, Meka, Irene?

Posted 4-2-02
E. Brown, 55 - 57
EBrown7219@aol.com

Don't know what time period the article is talking about. But I recall many of those nights in 1955, 1956 and 1957.   At that time is was a young troop working for  Admirals Cassidy and then later  Admiral Boone.  Capt. J. WOOD was or Co. Would like to hear from any of the troops that were stationed at 32 Elveston Place. London SW 7.

Posted 4-30-02
GySgt Robert R. "Shaggy" McCarty, 85 - 86
RMcCarty128@comcast.net

(hit by a freakin' car on Finchley Road, 29 Dec 86 and left the country via medevac!!) Currently with H&S Co, 4th Combat Engineers in Baltimore, MD. Married to Deborah Kramer, daughter Emeline born 11 Nov 94, and expecting another "boot"  late October. Living in Wenonah, NJ working for Weyerhaeuser Company.

Posted 5-11-02
Jack Ruby, 65 - 67
jackruby901@aol.com

I was stationed at Mardet, London from Jan 65-Jan67.  I live in Memphis, Tn. and would like to hear from anyone that was there during that time.

Posted 5-11-02
Jones J S,  83 - 85
jonesjs@mounet.com

I served at the London Marrine Barracks from 83 to 85. It was wonderful duty and I really enjoyed the country. Like to hear from anyone that served there during that time. If anyone would like to write that was there before or after me it would be great.

Posted 8-7-02
Sgt. Daniel Bennett, 83 - 86
Dbennett@vhills.org

Was stationed in London from 1983 to 1986.  Looking for Gunny Bain!!! Where the heck did he dissapear to?  Anyone like to contact me I would like to hear from you.

Posted 8-30-02
A.J. Torres, L/Cpl, 82-85
ajt1049@erienet.net

Hello.  My name is A.J. Torres I was stationed in London, England and was a L/Cpl from 82-85.  I would love to hear from anyone who may have remembered me or the crazy times we had while we were there.  Hope to hear from you all soon!!

Posted 10-2-02
Cpl.Jon D. Rasmussen, 1976 - 1978
RasmussenJD@lejeune.usmc.mil

I served at Marine Barracks, London, England from 1976 - 1978. I was then Cpl.Jon D. Rasmussen. I am looking for any Marines who may have served with me during this time period. I would like to find Cpl. J.Scott Ebersole, Cpl. Louis Chakowski, Cpl. Chuck Cummings, Sgt. Bob Satterfield and Wife Sharon, Cpl. Patterson, Cpl. Alexander L. Bush, Cpl. Dennis Cattenhead, Cpl. "Hoss" Cartwright, Cpl. Dennis Denham,Cpl. Mike Caskey. If I have not mentioned your name, please contact me anyway. I have found Capt. Steve Fisher, GySgt. Papsadora, Sgt. Ron Head, Sgt. Jim Hartigan, Sgt. Sheldon Orr, Sgt. Edward J. Stengal, Sgt. John Maur, Cpl. Steve Ragni, Sgt. Dan Richie, Sgt. Dave Weinraub, Sgt. Robert Dolan, Sgt. Williams of MB Scotland and MB London, Cpl. Mark Ellis, Cpl. Earl Baily, Sgt. Jerry O'Malley, Cpl. Pete Obermark. You can contact me or Suzie Head. She has worked very hard trying to find everyone. We thought putting out two messages might be better for name recognition.

Posted 11-03-02
Vic Gausepohl, Cpl.  1960 - 1962
vicgausepohl@webtv.net

Looking for more Marines that served in the '60' to '62' era.  We already have 25 guys and have reunions every other year or so.. Get in touch!

Posted 11-20-02
Jim Cleveland, 1985 - 1988
misstik36@msn.com

My name is Karen Cleveland, my husband Jim Cleveland was stationed in London from, 1985 - 1988.  He was a cook at both St. John's Wood, and Eastcote.  Would love to get in touch with anyone who served at that time.  Especially Sean Mckinney, Tim Ready, Earl, Mike Royston.  Any info would be greatly appreciated.

Posted 1-05-03
Major Al Broussard, 1964 - 1966
BROUSSUSMC@aol.com

Major Al Broussard, Checking in. Was stationed at Marine Barracks London from Nov 64 to Nov 66.  Looking for Henry Legnon.

Posted 1-16-03
Charles W. May  USMC 1952-57
Director, Marine Embassy Guard Association
mayc@pacifier.com

Trying to locate any information about Oliver Jerome Frazier, with goal of making contact.  He served at the London MB circa 1964-67, and was a friend of Sgt Rodney M. Davis, also at the London MB at that time - then awarded a Posthumous MOH in 1967 in Vietnam.  Widow of Sgt Davis (Judy P. Davis) is trying to locate Frazier, and she came to our organization, and I am trying to assist her.  She can be reached at davisjp44@hotmail.com.  Any assistance would be most appreciated.

Posted 1-20-03
Msgt Tom Roulier,  Retired, 1965 - 1968
thetop@sbcglobal.net

Attended the reunion in Kentucky Nov 02, and had a wonderful time. Looking for other former Marines Rich Hatfield, Sam Johnson, Thomas Moore, Don Newcomb, Robert Fritz.

Posted 2-22-03

Marines of the London England Detachment Marine Corps League would like to assist with location, travel, & contact information for all active, former, & retired Marines travelling to the U.K.   

Please Telephone Mike Allen, from U.S. ( 44 1494 772379 ) or from U.K. ( 01494 772379 ).
Email Address mike.allen6@btopenworld.com 

Posted 10-05-03
Sgt H.E. Wynne, 1972 - 1974
darwynn@netzero.net

Fellow Marines, my name is Sgt H.E. Wynne and I hoping to catch up  with some guys I served with in London in 1972-1974.  Their names are as followed: Sgt. Lozano, Sgt. Shaffer, Sgt. Newman, Sgt. Mcdaniel, Cpl. Bonham, Cpl Aringdale, Cpl Marco, Cpl. Marks, Pfc. Domingue, L/Cpl Welch, Pfc. Falzar, Pfc. Two Bear, Pfc Johnson, Pfc. Maynard, Pfc. Cosby, Pvt. Sproule, Pvt Combs, Pvt. Welch and Randy Lewis admin.  I still have the cup I received when I was there. I look forward to hearing from you.  Just looking to catch up on old times.  Semper Fi.

Posted 10-28-03
Capt. D.G. Harvey, USMC
dgharvey08@cox.net

This is in regards to a friend of mine - Former Corporal (now Captain) Jay Tobin - who served at the Marine Embassy in London in the late 80s - early 90s.  I am trying to find a coin for him of either MB London or MB Cairo.  Any help?  If so, please email me. Thanks and Semper Fi!

Posted 10-28-03
Sgt. Jerry Goller, 1968 - 1969
jerrygoller@backpackgeartest.org

I currently live in Salt Lake City, UT and would like to hear from anyone I served with at MarDet London, particularly George Kantak.

Posted 10-28-03
David E. Buchanan, Sr., 1966 - 1969
buck533@excite.com

I was stationed at MarDet from Jun 66 to Jun 69.  I arrived as a corporal and left a sargent.  I played rugby and bowled.  I'm interested in finding Don Manfred, if anyone knows his whereabouts please let me know

Posted 12-27-03
Joseph R. Wygal, Sergeant (Medically Retired)
joebob@bright.net

Dear Fellow Marine,   I was pleased to find this website for MarDet, London. Found a picture of myself in the section "Marines on duty" or something to that effect. I'm in the picture "Marines standing in the chow line at the rifle range. I'm in the foreground on the left and wearing glasses and smiling. A few weeks ago someone called my home and left a message inquiring if I was the Joe Wygal who had been stationed in London, England. I was. Well my wife Brenda, listened to the message and then the message accidentally got deleted before it could be recorded or I even knew of it. So I started poking around on the internet and came up with this site.   Like to hear from anyone I was stationed with there. I'll try to post a story or two about the time I was there in the near future.

Posted 8-28-04
Sgt William (Bill) Bambery
thebhouse@insightbb.com

I served at the London, England Marine Detachment during the years 1968 and 1969.  I have been married 32 years, have 3 fine sons and live in Martinsville, Indiana.  I would love to hear from those of you that served during this time in London.

Posted 8-31-04
Patrick Burke, (frmr Lance Corporal), 1968 - 1969
pburke113@aol.com

Looking for anyone who stood post with MarDet, London 1968 through 1969. Tell me your best post 7 stories?  

Posted 7-08-05
Richard Scheele, 1962 - 1964
RichardScheele@comcast.net

I was stationed at MB London from February 1962 to Feb 1964, first at Elvaston Place and then at St. John’s Woods.  I was a brand new PFC just out of Paris Island when I arrived with about six others.  At some point I made LCpl while there.  After London I went to Camp Lejeune.  I was discharged from Lejeune in December of 1965 as a Sergeant (how that ever happened I still don’t know).  I am now living in Fort Lauderdale (retired FBI Agent).  I remember Bob Stoner very well and have sent him an email (hope the 4 year old email address is still good).  I see a message posted by Carl Campo who must have been in London at the same time I was but I can’t place him.  I guess that happens after forty years.

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