Bavarian for Oktoberfest! Ein Prosit...

[IrishGunner]

Since we're in the middle of Oktoberfest, I thought I'd post some München related items...

First up... A soldier of the Kgl. Bayer. Infanterie-Leibregiment. This card was posted from München in June 1917.

[IrishGunner]

Of course, Oktoberfest was not held during the years 1914-1918 because of the War. However, I'm sure Hofbrauhaus was still open! Here's a post card showing Kgl. Hofbrauhaus Kneiphof during the period. On the right, you'll see a Musikanter in uniform. Unfortunately, the card is not dated or posted.

[IrishGunner]

What's Oktoberfest without some blue and white flags....?

[IrishGunner]

A Bavarian hero... MVK3x, EK2, Wound Badge. And an Edelweiss on his cap. This photo always makes me think that modern military berets evolved from the Imperial German kratzchen.

[Chris Boonzaier]

I think I will stop on my way home and buy some beer...

[E Williams]

Babes, Breasts and Beers.........Oktober Fest. Those were the days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Chris Boonzaier]

Yup... you old retired guys.... Bibs, man Boobs and Breaking wind.... its still the 3 B#s if you think positively... eh Gunner?

[IrishGunner]

I think I will stop on my way home and buy some beer...

Did you mention beer...

[IrishGunner]

Yup... you old retired guys.... Bibs, man Boobs and Breaking wind.... its still the 3 B#s if you think possitively... eh Gunner?

Yea, it's terrible how those old infantrymen just let themselves go after they retire...

[E Williams]

My weight was 184 when I retired in 85, it's 185 today and the Blues still fit... I just wished some things still worked..Viagra and Depends help though.

[IrishGunner]

Another Bavarian... A Sergeant with MVK and EK2 ribbons. And what's Oktoberfest without a cigar.