Schwetzingen's Farewell to the US Army
From V Corps Artillery to Tompkins Barracks
The year 2000 marked a significant change in the military landscape of Schwetzingen, Germany. The V Corps Artillery headquarters, a symbol of American presence in the region for many years, relocated, leaving behind a void that would soon be filled.
The Last of an Era
In September 2012, Tompkins Barracks, the last remaining US Army installation in Schwetzingen, closed its doors. After 65 years of American soldiers and their families calling Schwetzingen home, the US presence in the city came to an end. The closure of Tompkins Barracks marked a poignant moment in the history of both Schwetzingen and the US Army.
The departure of the US military from Schwetzingen left a tangible gap in the community. The once-bustling military installation, home to thousands of American soldiers and their families, fell silent, leaving behind a sense of loss and uncertainty.
However, the legacy of the US Army in Schwetzingen remains strong. The city embraces its connection to the American military, and the spirit of friendship and cooperation that has characterized the relationship between the two communities continues to flourish.
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