I was stationed at George A.F.B. from 1973 to 1977. I was at the FMS Squadron. The last year I was transferred to the Wheel and Tire Shop. They brought in a large Trichlorethylene tank in order to clean wheel bearings that came off the wheels of the F-4. We would lower the bearings into this large. 5 x 4 x 7-foot long [Read More…]
My father was stationed at George AFB from 1972 till we left in 1979. We lived in Base Family Housing on Michigan Ave across from the flight line. I am a dependent, so I went to school on base, to the pool, exploring the wide-open range and pretty sure places where I should not have been! Played in the dirt. Dug holes, tried [Read More…]
My brother in 1981 something went wrong one minute everthing is okay whit how everthing went because of what they are hiding back then and how the death went down and the man that brought the body back strange he said all of stuff hiding
My husband was stationed at GAFB from 1978-81. He died from complications of MS 10 years ago. He started showing symptoms in 1984..
I arrived at George AFB in April 1981. Armament Systems, “Bomb Loader,” for about two years, then Airfield Management. Stayed until June 1985. I married a local girl, military brat; she lived in Base Housing on Utah street as a child. We married April 1983, moved into Base Housing on Utah street near her old place. We had four miscarriages in two years. [Read More…]
My father, Victor Nabors, was stationed at George AFB in the early 80’s. We lived in the George AFB Family Housing for approximately 3 years on Alabama Court. I attended the elementary school on base. While we were stationed there, I become violently ill every year was hospitalized several times with pneumonia. I was diagnosed with asthma while there and placed on numerous [Read More…]
I was stationed at George AFB from March 1983 – Nov 1984. I was at the Component Repair Squadron (CRS) Group of the 35th TAC Wing. I lived in the dorm across from the BX and showered and drank the water at the dorm and while at work. Played golf at the Course and ate at the Chow Hall regularly. In the early [Read More…]
I was stationed at George AFB from 1963-1965, nearly 2-years. From the onset of living in the WWII old barracks, I have watched and felt my body slowly disintegrate and cause me heavy pain, discomfort, and a loss of trust for a 17-year old Airman. I as well as so many more put our faith and trust into the Air Force’s hands to [Read More…]
Hi, my name is Karen. I came across Frank Vera’s sites quite by accident, and I must say I was stunned by what I read. I was stationed at GAFB for just 19 months, from Sept. 1974 – May 1976. I lived in one of the barracks on base, although I don’t remember which one. I was pregnant when discharged and had a [Read More…]
In April 1987 the Air Force transferred my husband to George AFB in California. I was 30 years old the mother of 3 wonderful children and life was good, or so we thought. We were given a two story home Texas Ave where we lived until we bought our first home about 9 months later. We played out in the yard, did somersaults, [Read More…]
My name is Kandi W., I moved to George Air Force Base in 1988. My husband Brian and I lived there until 1991. Before moving on base, and we lived in Adelanto for a year and a half then moved to Victorville for a year. My husband was in the fire department and I took him dinner on the nights he was on [Read More…]
I was born at GAFB in 1988 and lived there til 1992. I’ve had numerous issues including endometriosis, miscarriage, complicated pregnancies and births, migraines, thyroid issues, and blood clots. Two of my children have colitis as well.
My father was stationed at George Air Force Base in 1973. I’m assuming he lived in the barracks at that time. He got married and had me in 1976. We move to Germany shortly after and then moved all over from there. We moved back to Georgia Air Force Base in 1986 and we lived in temporary housing for about six months. I [Read More…]
We were at GAFB from 1989-1992. My husband got bladder cancer (non-smoker). My oldest daughter has had reproductive disorders. I have fibroids. Another daughter has odd skin conditions that can’t be diagnosed.
My dad B. W. was stationed at George AFB several times. I know we were there when I was in kindergarten, then we moved to Ramstein AFB in Germany for 3 years and then back to George for the remainder of my 3rd grade and we lived at different locations over the years. I attended both George and Shephard Elementary. I have horrible [Read More…]
My name is Don Barr. I was stationed in CES from 1986-1989. My first wife lost a set of twins and almost died in the process. She got pregnant again, and we had a daughter with gastroschisis. Her intestines, liver, and part of her stomach were on the outside. While at Lackland getting fixed… we saw our old neighbors whose daughter LaShawn V. [Read More…]
My father (Msgt. Victor “Vic” Nabors) was stationed at George in the early 80’s. He was an aircraft mechanic. He passed away in 2011 after a 5-year battle with squamous cell cancer, COPD, pneumonia, and a pulmonary embolism. He also had hearing issues which I attribute to jet fuel and engine noise. He was exposed to radiation from the aircraft and was in [Read More…]
My name is Misty D. My father, (Jamie D) retired as E-6 Master Instructor, Electronic Warfare, was stationed at George Air Force Base from 1980-1989. I was conceived and delivered at GAFB, and we lived in GAFB Family Housing until I was 6. My father passed away a few months ago from esophageal cancer. Before he died he added me to your Facebook [Read More…]
I was stationed at George AFB as a crew chief in the 21st TFS from 1986-1989. I lived in the base dorms. After five months of symptoms and visiting several dentists, an ear nose and throat doctor, a neurologist, and an oral surgeon, I was finally diagnosed in April of 2015 with stage 4 cancer of the jaw bone. I had to have [Read More…]
I was diagnosed with MS in 1998 after years of strange illnesses. It is my belief, after research, that this is caused by environmental conditions that weaken the bodies circulatory system, allowing passage of viruses or bacteria into the cerebral fluid cause the body an autoimmune response. This may have been caused by the problems at George AFB where I was stationed from [Read More…]
My name is Willis Parsons. My dad (TSgt Franklin A. Parsons) was stationed at George AFB, and we lived at 313 Montana St. in base family housing from Oct 1973 to Sept 1976 when he retired. I have two older brothers, one older sister, and one younger sister. My dad had a bad heart and died from colon cancer in 1988 at the [Read More…]
I was stationed at George from 88 until it closed. Two years after I left my youngest daughter was diagnosed with a rare thyroid cancer normally associated with radiation exposure and had to have her thyroid removed and hasn’t had any other problems. Both of my daughters had thyroid issues after we left, but only my youngest developed cancer from it.
I WAS THERE FROM 1956 T0 1958 I HAVE COPD ALSO TREMORS I WAS IN THE 327 FIS
I was stationed at George from may 77 to Nov80 and lived in the barracks. Due to the heat drank a ton of water all time from community water fountains. Should I be concerned? Thru the years I have had periods of blackouts and have had problems controlling my urinal and bowel movements. Outside of that, I’ve been getting gout from time to [Read More…]
I went to school for 4 years and have multiple heath problems any advice?
My name is William M Sawyer. I was stationed at GAFB from 85-88. I was in perfect health and had no cancer in my family. At 20 years old I got stage three cancer that spread from my testicle to both of my lungs. If there is any proof of contaminants in the water, I KNOW it was because of that.
I was stationed at GAFB from 1966-1969. I was married and my wife had two miscarriages and a stillborn baby during that time.
Lived on George 78 to 81 .have had mystery illness ever since. They sprayed my house all the time. For ants. The water used to be shut off with no warning constantly my kids played in the dirt bathed in the water, inhaled the toxic air.
I was a military wife at George AFB from 1984-1988. We lived on Montezuma Way in Adelanto and later on 10th Street in Victorville. I miscarried at 9 weeks in 1985 and gave birth to a stillborn daughter at 20 weeks in 1986. She was born with massive cystic hygromas on her neck. I wanted to bury my baby but was encouraged to donate [Read More…]
1975- 1977 in base housing and daughters in base schools until 1979; prior husband prostate cancer; children with melanoma and various respiratory issues, skin cancer, and leukemia for me and a cluster of thyroid issues in the whole family!
I was stationed at George AFB. from November 81-April 1984. 35th TFW 20th AMU as a Crew Chief. In the last 2 1/2 years I have been diagnosed with glaucoma, central retinal vein occlusion, and celiac disease. My daughter was born in 1989 with congenital deafness. I am also hypothyroid – diagnosed just after retirement from the Air Force in 1995.
I was stationed at George from 1967 until July 1970. Recently diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS).
I lived on George Air Force Base as a child from 1980 to 1984 and have tons of the listed ailments and my family does as well. My brother was also born there around 1981 and has had multiple health problems all his life…I wonder if this is worth looking into…I just remember playing in the desert and the dirt and ditches there… [Read More…]
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