I've been to Grafenwoehr, too. 2 years in Germany, and I thought I'd never survive, for during my tour; Russia invaded Afghanistan, hostages were taken in Iran, riots were going on in Poland and the Bonner-Monhoff (sp) Gang was going around Germany bombing banks. We were a part of NATO forces and I went on exercises with them. (Interesting fact, the most fierce fighters at the time: the Canadians. During exercises with NATO, whoever had them on their side, won.)

What worried me most was the attitude by most around me then, which pertained to Russia at the time. Nuke 'em till they glow. Everyone kept saying it over and over again. I always thought it was just a lot of bravado, you know, because once you start down that road, it's end times.

I sure hope that's changed now, 'cause with nukes, there are no winners.