Fort Bliss in El Paso County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)

Lemnitzer House

Quarters 220

Photographed by Kevin W., April 13, 2016

1. Lemnitzer House Marker

Inscription. These quarters are named for General Lyman Lemnitzer (1899-1988), who served his country in numerous positions of great responsibility, including Supreme Allied Commander, Europe, and culminating his career as Army Chief of Staff (1959- 1962). General Lemnitzer was a distinguished air defender, having commanded the 34th antiaircraft artillery brigade during World War II. He then served as Chief of Staff to the Supreme Allied Commander, General Dwight D. Eisenhower, during the Korean Conflict. General Lemnitzer commanded the 7th Infantry Division, winning the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry. "Lemnitzer House" now serves as a distinguished visitors quarters.

Erected by Fort Bliss.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: War, Korean • War, World II.

Location. 31° 48.389′ N, 106° 26.254′ W. Marker is in Fort Bliss, Texas, in El Paso County. It is on Sheridan Road just north of Adair Road, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 220 Sheridan Rd, El Paso TX 79906, United States of America.

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Regionally, this marker is in the Trans-Pecos.

It is also in the American Borderlands

and in the Southwest.

Globally, it is in North America,

a Gulf of Mexico state,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain,

the Republic of Texas,

and one of the Confederate States of America.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Patton House (within shouting distance of this marker); Polk House (within shouting distance of this marker); Abrams House (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); William Wallace Smith Bliss Monument (about 500 feet away); Hinman Hall (about 500 feet away); Quarters 213, Chaparral House (about 600 feet away); Pershing House (about 700 feet away); Colonel George Ruhlen (about 800 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fort Bliss.

Lemnitzer House and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Kevin W., April 13, 2016

2. Lemnitzer House and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on October 20, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 20, 2026, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia. This page has been viewed 10 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 20, 2026, by Kevin W. of Stafford, Virginia.