Scott's USAFS Sinop

Forgot to include my email addresses in my previous note. Would love to hear from anyone stationed in Sinop mooselake@idealwifi.net and tmusolf@excite.com Thanks

Just thinking back to the yesteryears about Sinop, Turkey. I was there 1963-1965. I was initially attached to Det 66-1 which transcended to Det 169 sometime later but not much. Worked at the HF Transmitter site next to the Hanger and worked at the receiver site and occasionally at the tropo site. Wondering today what Det 169 is doing, functional or not. It was fun and interesting and an interesting country that provides a lot of memories of the past duty. Had access to a boat downtown and sailed the Black Sea area. Did a few mail runs as a radio man, etc. Drop a note back if you like… Would like to hear a bit more about Sinop and trying to find some of my HF crew and other acquaintances. Lived in the ground level barracks parallel to HQ and the Tumpane Motor Pool. Somewhat difficult to get a hold of anyone via these Roll Call lists as most are 10 or more years past and many email addresses have changed and not updated. Hopefully this site will reach out to the yesteryears Thanks SPC5 Thomas C Musolf

I was workeds on american base betwen 1975 to 1993 yrs as a Warehouse Supervisor.

I was stationed in Sinop, TUSLOG, Det 169, from 1980--1981, COM Center 72G, Signal. I am looking for anyone who was stationed with me during that time. i NEED TO KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT FINDING OTHERS STATIONED WITH ME DURING THAT TIME. goddess_isis_loving@yahoo.com Thank you

I was on the hill 4/73-4/74. Worked at tech control as a 26V with John Ellenberg, Corky Fetzko. Did a show on KBOK for a while. Friends with Victor Moore, Don Hartman, Dale Foraker and many others. Had a wonderful time, think about that time alot. Dbrucepalmer@gmail.com

Was at Sinop in 68-9. I remember the water shortage and all the wooden outhouses, including the one named ( and with a big sign attesting to it ) after the SP/6 at Hippy who was a looney.

Forgot to include email: dondeboef@hotmail.com

Was in Det 169 from about Aug 69 to Aug 70 at Tech Control and also did everything at KBOK. Loved the time there, I would have stayed longer if I could. Went on a chapel tour of Israel in May 70. Have recording of Bob Hope at Incerlik in Dec 69.

I was the USAF Special Agent from Jun '75 through Nov '76. We were mostly "powered down" during that time. But It was still a great experience. I had my wife and young son during the latter months. Fascinating time.

I was the USAF Special Agent at Sinop 84-85. It was one of my best assignments.

I ran the finance office Nov 84-Dec 85. Sinop was a great assignment with many fond memories.

I was stationed there 90-91 as a 98G(RU). Returned home with tons of gold that I still enjoy to this day. Having had 2 rotations in the Stan, I can say that Sinop was my second favorite duty station behind Monterey.

I was a 33P stationed there from May 1989 to July 1991.

I was the Finance Officer in Sinop 1986-87.

Was on the "Hill" twice; '64-65' & '66-67'. Planning to get back there this April, 2012 with my son living in Oman. Loved the chai, ekmek, simet, kavaklidere,--Gule Gule.

I too was stationed on the Hill from Oct 83 to Aug 84 this was one of the best experiences I had in the Army. Cdm345@gmail.com

I was there in 91-92 as a 98J. Most knew me as ED. I apologize to Rif and Mutant for my part in their taping(lipstick) and to the techs at Hippy for all the breakage. tleaton@hotmail.com

Correction - I was there from '85 - '86 as a 33P.

I was an 05K there from 87-88. Looking back on it, that was a pretty amazing year. I was fortunate enough to play in a band called Tangent. I remember playing a couple of times for the Turkish-American Society. I remember playing for a pretty large crowd in Samsoon. I definitely miss the lamb, tea, and the fresh HOT bread. I remember hanging out in the Chai Hanne with Steve Wagner playing OK (Gin Rummy w/Domino chips). I remember some of the most amazing sunsets that I have ever seen.

Well, so far I will be on the Hill bevore anyone on the board. Arrived Feb 66, Dep May 67. I was there when Hippydrome opened for business. An 05K on a trick I can't remember. That remembering thing has gotten more difficult here of late.

I was stationed at Sinop, Main Ops from 1986 - 1987 as a 33P. Loved it.

Was at Sinop from April, 1980 to July 1981. Never seen fog so thick.

Was there 12/84-12/85. 98J. Work,party sleep- repeat daily. Efes beer at the club for less than 50 cents/bottle. Raki, eating Doner downtown. Buddies: Chuck Bettis, Paul Wade. Email me if you were there: dhenning@expertsit.com

I was a 32D30 worked in Red Tech from Dec 86 to Dec 87. I remember a whole lot of drinking and a bunch of S.O.S. (Sunrise Over Sinop) parties. I think my liver is still recovering.

'87 - '88, 96B in the DPCA. Things I remember most about Sinop: iskender Kabob, fitted wool suits for $90, nights at the club, traveling to Crete as part of the post basketball team, runs to the Hill, always wondering what REALLY went on at Sinop (lol), turning 21 there, my friends Lori, Tom, Dwight, John, Tim, Paul, Cuddy, DC, Parent and all the rest. If you remember, email me at: millenium8739@gmail.com

I was ther in DET 169 around 1971. I was TROPO in the original Vans with the MRC-85 transmitters right around the time we we moving into the new comm building. The CEEIA guys from Ft Huachuca were doing the work. I later transfered to their unit and traveled with them to Germany and Jorea for radio installations. I Really loved Midnight chow the old movie theater, the Photo lab and the trips to town. I also worked at the original KBOK radio station and played lots of music. Remember Alices Resturant!

I was a ManTech employee stationed there during the start of Desert Storm in '91. I was only there for a few months. What I remember most was the friendship between the military and the civilians--we were one big family. My apartment was just a few blocks from the hotel "Yeni." In fact, I'm writing a book some of my experiences. and I including a chapter on Sinop (including my friends: Merrill, Mabel, and Pete.

I was there from 1988-1990. My ex-wife was the blonde Registration person for CTC in 1990. I extended a year to work internals at Hippy. Loved the food, chai, and deals to be had downtown. Treasure the friends I made there more than Anything. Delta shift was the best! Taking a bus trip to Instanbul was an experience. Would buy 2 seats and then the lemon water in the morning before arrival. Wow!

I was a 33P then working on Hipp... from Aug 1990 - Sept 1991. Had a great time... loved every minute of it. Any old friends look me up on facebook or sergeantosborne@gmail.com or email me if you know about the AFSMB (USAF SPACE BADGE)

I was at Hippy Feb91-Mar92 as a 98J on Trick 3. Lots of great memories. Certainly miss the place. Drinking Chai at the Chai Garden and many Backgammon games at Baranack Cafe drinking Effes beer. Would like to hear from other survivors. beadle96@bellsouth.net.

I was there from '58 to '59. We built a church there.

USN...CTASN...'87-88...I loved Sinop, but I did not realize it then...what a great year wasted on my youth! I'd love to go back!

I was a 29Y Satcom guy on the Hill from Feb 1989 to Apr 1990. Had a better time than I realized then. Spent a short stint playing bass in The Band on the Hill. Any other former band members out there?

I was stationed on the Hill from Jan 89 to Jan 90 as a 95B MP.

Hi everyone.. i am a dentist from sinop turkey and looking for some friends.. Juan and yolanda Rodriquez.. Kevin and Kris Reed.. okanakcay@hotmail.com

Was ther from Dec. 68 to Dec. Dec. 69. Was NCOIC of CRyro Maint.

jakeoj@hotmail.com

It's great to see some of these memories - I have very few photos from my time on the hill. Worked at Hippy as a 98J Internal Analyst 79-80. Great memories of hitting the market in town and a couple of weekend trips to Samsun on the Turkish bus that ran daily.

Great site!! Met my wife in Sinop and some of the best guys in the world! 87-89 98J Broncojef@aol.com

i was at sunny sinop by the sea from 79-80 and would love to find any other members of the sinop justice league from that time frame. also, my memories of duty on the hill are not near as rosy as most on here! dave campbell aka "kamikazee kid"

I was on the hill in 85-86. I was senior QAE in DIO, I also was one of the managers of the Hill Top Club during the Fashion Show. I retired in 86 Sinop was my last assignment. I lived in front of L.D.L Club. Worked for Maj. Bill Nolle.

The Hill was home Mar 73 to Jul74. I was Post Interpreter. Have a lot of good memories and old friends. If any read this email me at tercuman7374@cs.com.

I forgot to leave my hotmail address in my previous entry. It is: gbateman@live.de

I was the Asst Ops Officer for Systems at FS Sinop during 1985-1986. I have never forgotten this experience. I would like to visit Sinop again. I retired from the U.S. Army in 1996 and present work as a U.S. Army Civilian in Washington, DC.

I was in sinop from april 86 till may 87. I was a 92B (lab tech) at the clinic. Had a good time there playing basketball. Made some good friends. Charles Lee, Russell Walker, Craig Smith, Sharon Boston. Dana, my buddy in the lab. I have some good pictures. Anyone there from that time contact me. Slh185@aol.com

hi.I'm from SİNOP.My father worked there electrican shop.it 's a separate heaven for me.Sinop from love and respects

Hi, I was in Sinop a bit before your time, 85-86, but enjoyed most of my time there, working in MAIN OPS. Great team, we had a lot of fun on our off days, esp. spending time sailing around the Black Sea. Winter was another story, coming from a locale with cold winters, that wind off the sea on top of the hill was memorable! Those Army-issued parkas were a life saver! Love to hear from others who were there in 86.

I was stationed on the hill from 86 to 87. I may have some photos. I remember the name Rine Zufelt, a 98J? I was SP4/SGT Greg Kittilson and am in Colorado now.

My wife was station on the hill in 85-86 I think sgt Rine L. Zufelt. if anyone has any photos of the hill back then I would love to see them. She now is ret SFC and working for L/M in Denver Co.

My now deceased ex-husband spent a year at Sinop from Dec 84-Dec85. His name was James Layton but he went by "Butch"...I'd love to find anyone who has any memory of him. Sadly he passed in December 2004 and left many things about his life there unanswered. His journey to Turkey inspired me to go there in 2008 and I have since been back 3 times. My email is oceanchilde@yahoo.com