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ARNORTH to host Army birthday ceremony at historic Quadrangle June 14
June 12, 2023 — U.S. Army North will host a celebration for the U.S. Army’s 248th birthday at 9 a.m. June 14, 2023, at the historic Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

ARNORTH hosts ceremony, surprises WWII Soldier with long-overdue medals, including Bronze Star
May 17, 2022 — U.S. Army North paid special tribute to the service of U.S. Army Pfc. Reid F. Clanton during a ceremony, awarding him long-overdue medals at the historic Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston May 16, 2022... MORE

Army North welcomes new commander, says farewell to Lt. Gen. Laura Richardson
September 10, 2021 — U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) conducted a change of command ceremony at their headquarters in the historic Quadrangle on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on Sept. 9, 2021... MORE

Gen. Glen D. VanHerck (right), Commander, North American Aerospace Defense Command and United States Northern Command, passes the U.S. Army North colors to Lt. Gen. John R. Evans, Jr.

Distinguished Army veteran, veterinarian celebrates 100 years
July 30, 2021 — Retired U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Charles V.L. “Chuck” Elia celebrated his 100th birthday July 27, 2021, at a ceremony hosted by U.S. Army North (Fifth Army) at their Quadrangle headquarters atJoint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

U.S. Army Golden Knights make first ever jump into JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle
June 28, 2021 — As part of this year's Fort Sam Houston Fiesta Reception hosted by U.S. Army North, a member of the U.S. Army Parachute Team, the Golden Knights Demonstration Team, descends into the historic Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 20. The Golden Knights were the first to ever jump into the Quadrangle... MORE

The Golden Knights were the first to ever jump into the Quadrangle.

San Antonio mayor visits JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
July 31, 2020 — San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and members of the City of San Antonio’s city council visited Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 29 to learn about the installation's day-to-day missions and the missions of U.S. Army South and U.S. Army North... MORE

Brig. Gen. Alcides V. Faria, Jr., U.S. Army South Deputy Commanding General of Interoperability, met with San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg and City of San Antonio Municipal Government officials during their visit to Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 29. They were interested in learning JBSA-Fort Sam Houston's daily missions as well as the U.S. Army South missions with its partner nations.

Quadrangle caretaker retiring with more than 50 years of service
July 28, 2020 — In 1965, when San Antonio native Adam Quintero was only 19 years old, he volunteered to serve in the Air Force after being passed over in the draft. Little did he know that it would be the start of a federal career that would last half a century... MORE

Adam Quintero feeds the ducks, geese and pigeons at the U.S. Army North Quadrangle July 28, 2020. Quintero retires from federal service July 31 with more than 50 years of service

Photographic perspectives of Cole High School students focus of Fort Sam Houston Museum exhibit
December 27, 2019 — Perspectives on military life, nature and architecture through the camera lens of Cole High School students is the theme of a new exhibit that opened at the Fort Sam Houston Museum Dec. 10... MORE

Maricah Frank, a student at Cole High School located at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, took this photo of upside down troop helmets filled with personal items and equipment in the parking lot in front of the old Brooke Army Medical Center at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston. The photo, titled “Field Day,” is one of 101 images submitted by students in the Cole photography program that are included in an exhibit at the Fort Sam Houston Museum that opened Dec. 10.

Army North welcomes new deputy commanding general
July 24, 2019 — Lt. Gen. Laura J. Richardson, U.S. Army North Commanding General, welcomed Maj. Gen. David P. Glaser, the new U.S. Army North Deputy Commanding General-Operations, during a ceremony at the Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 23... MORE

Maj. Gen. David P. Glaser, the new U.S. Army North Deputy Commanding General-Operations, speaks during his welcome ceremony at the Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 23.

Regional Health Command-Central holds change of command ceremony
July 16, 2019 — Regional Health Command-Central held a change of command ceremony at the Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 16, with Brig. Gen. Jeffrey J. Johnson passing the reins of command to Brig. Gen. George “Ned” Appenzeller... MORE

Lt. Gen. Nadja Y. West (center), Army Surgeon General and commanding general, U.S. Army Medical Command, passes the guidon to Brig. Gen. George “Ned” Appenzeller as Brig. Gen. Jeffrey J. Johnson relinquished command of the Regional Health Command-Central in a change of command ceremony today at the Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston July 16.

Fort Sam Houston Museum planning exhibit improvements for 2019
March 19, 2019 — The Fort Sam Houston Museum is updating and adding new exhibits that will help visitors expand their knowledge on the history of the post and of U.S. military history... MORE

A 100-year-old serape given to U.S. Army Gen. Hugh Scott from famed Mexican Revolution leader Pancho Villa in the mid-1910s will be put on display next to an exhibit at the Fort Sam Houston about Villa, the Mexican Revolution (1910-20), the relationship between Villa and the U.S. and the troubles along the U.S.-Mexico border during that time period. The display of the serape is one of several updates and additions the museum is making to its exhibits this year.

Cole High School student photos focus of Fort Sam Houston Museum exhibit
August 23, 2018 — A gallery of photos taken by Cole High School students and the stories behind those photos is the focus of a new exhibit at the Fort Sam Houston Museum... MORE

Willie White Jr., Fort Sam Houston Independent School District board of trustees president, talks to Laura DeLeon, a student at Cole High School, as he views one of DeLeon’s photos that is displayed in a gallery of photos taken by Cole students during a reception Aug. 9 at the Fort Sam Houston Museum.

Army North welcomes new command sergeant major
June 12, 2018 — U.S. Army North said farewell to Command Sgt. Maj. Ronald E. Orosz during a change of responsibility ceremony June 8 in the Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, welcoming U.S. Army North’s next top senior enlisted leader, Command Sgt. Maj. Alberto Delgado... MORE

Command Sgt. Maj. Alberto Delgado (left), incoming U.S. Army North command sergeant major, receives the ARNORTH colors from Lt. Gen. Jeffrey Buchanan, commanding general, ARNORTH, during a change of responsibility ceremony at the Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston June 8.

Quadrangle at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston a popular destination
May 25, 2018 — The Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, or the “Quad,” as it is commonly known, is an iconic structure rich in history dating back to the end of the Civil War... MORE

The completed water and watch tower in 1877 before the addition of the clock at the Quadrangle at present-day Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.

Historic tours: Army history in San Antonio transcends Alamo
May 10, 2018 — Present-day San Antonio, also known as “Military City USA,” traces its history back 300 years with the founding of Presido de San Antonio May 5, 1718. To commemorate the bond between city and the military, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston hosted Military Appreciation Weekend May 5-6 as part of the city’s tricentennial celebration. The installation opened to the public for a variety of events and activities, including hourly historic tours of the installation... MORE

Michael Henderson and his wife, Connie, receive a guided tour of the historic 129-year old Stilwell House at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston May 5 as part of Military Appreciation Weekend. Located at 626 Infantry Post Road, the house is named after Brig. Gen. Joseph W. Stilwell, also known as “Vinegar Joe.” This historic house was one of the many stops during the hourly historic tour of the installation.

Peacocks a tradition at U.S. Army North Quadrangle
January 23, 2018 — No matter the time of day or what event is taking place at the historic location, the piercing squawk from the Fort Sam Houston’s Quadrangle can be heard from over a mile radius and is commonly referred to by visitors as a built-in alarm clock. But, what animal is making all of that commotion? It’s the vibrantly colored peacocks. ... MORE

No matter the time of day or what event is taking place at the historic location, the piercing squawk from the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle can be heard from over a mile radius and is commonly referred to by visitors as a built-in alarm clock. But, what animal is making all of that commotion? It’s the vibrantly colored peacocks.

Rare snowfall blankets JBSA-Fort Sam Houston
December 8, 2017 — A rare snowfall accumulated throughout San Antonio and surrounding areas the evening of Thursday, Dec. 7, leaving an unusual scene or two around Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

The U.S. Army North Quadrangle got a dusting of snow.

Museum tells history of Fort Sam Houston, military in San Antonio
March 24, 2017 — Located in the historic Quadrangle at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, the Fort Sam Houston Museum tells the history of the post from its origins to the present day, including the units, organizations and figures that have made the post one of the most important in the U.S. military... MORE

Army Pfc. Class Min Jung (left) and Army Spc. Angel Torres (right) view a historical display at the Fort Sam Houston Museum. Located in the historic Quadrangle, the museum contains six rooms of exhibits, displays and artifacts on the history of Fort Sam Houston and a reference library and archives.

ARNORTH, AMEDDC&S assist American Legion post in flag detail
January 25, 2017 — A detail of Soldiers from the Army Medical Department Center & School and the Army North Caisson Platoon at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston volunteered to raise, lower, and fold the flags for the Floresville American Legion Post 38 at the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Clock Tower Jan. 23... MORE

Sgt. 1st Class Antwaun Smith (center) observes as Spc. Christopher Hanna (left) and Pvt. Brady Smith (right) fold a U.S. flag at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle Clock Tower Jan. 23. A detail of Soldiers from the Army Medical Department Center & School and the Army North Caisson Platoon volunteered to raise, lower, and fold the flags for the post. The flags will be presented as part of the post’s “Lest We Forget” program to commemorate the raid on Cabanatuan prisoner of war camp in the Philippines Jan. 30, 1945.

Longtime Army North Quadrangle animal caretaker has unique responsibilities
September 17, 2015 — Being an animal caretaker wasn’t the career path Adam Quintero always had in mind. He recalls as a child not really knowing what he wanted to be, but being grateful for a chance interaction more than 40 years ago... MORE

Fort Sam Houston Quadrangle animal caretaker Adam Quintero scans the pond in the southeast corner of the area prior to cleaning. Pond maintenance is one of the many duties Quintero performs to take care of the Quad’s many deer, ducks, peacocks and fish.