Fort Sam Houston, Historic district in San Antonio, United States.
Fort Sam Houston encompasses over 900 historic buildings, military training facilities, and a prominent clock tower within its expansive grounds.
Established in 1876 and named after the first president of the Republic of Texas, this military installation gained National Historic Landmark status in 1975.
The fort maintains deep connections with San Antonio through employment opportunities, community events, and partnerships with local medical institutions.
The Medical Education and Training Campus at Fort Sam Houston trains more than 25,000 students annually in various medical specialties.
The fort's Quadrangle once housed Apache leader Geronimo and his warriors during negotiations in the late nineteenth century.
Location: San Antonio
Location: Texas
Address: N edge of San Antonio
Website: https://samhouston.army.mil
GPS coordinates: 29.45750,-98.44000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:12
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