Anything in Berlin would be better than staying in Frankfurt - 1969.
Permission to travel through the Soviet Zone under the U.S. Flag - 1970.
Just follow these simple, easy-to-read instructions!
Six pages of regulations covered travel to Berlin, and it was serious business - 1969.
Next, study the timetable.....
Schedules for passengers on the U.S. Duty Trains,
plus the British and French military trains.
And then, there was the detailed timetable used for the inner workings of the rail operation through the Soviet Zone by the Duty Train Radio Operator and the train crew - 1970.
Just because you have flag orders and can get through the Soviet Zone, don't think that everything else is a breeze. More paperwork needed for travel to France in 1970.
Going Places - Baggage, Household Goods, Souvenirs
The Rail Transportation Office handled not only the Duty Trains, but also the personal baggage and household goods of incoming and outgoing military personnel. Turmoil caused by the short tours of duty in Vietnam resulted in a strange work environment in Berlin.
Going Places - with First and Second Classes
The British military train made the daylight run between Berlin and Braunschweig, maintaining the proprieties, including separate dining car seatings for First and Second Classes.
A 1976 brochure tells soldiers that they will enjoy serving in Berlin, but also warns of the strict requirements imposed in Berlin Brigade.
Traveling around town was easier with a pass from the BVG.
More to come!