Fort Bliss, Texas
Children's, General, History, Historic House, Military, Park
In an effort to present a more accurate picture of Fort Bliss
at Magoffinsville site, the buildings now house “period
rooms” representing life at the post and surrounding area
in 1857. The garrison then consisted of several companies
of the 8th Infantry and a company Regiment of Mounted
Rifles. Daily activities necessary to house, feed, and maintain
a military force at a remote frontier outpost are interpreted
in the period rooms and work yard. All of the uniforms,
tools, and equipment are authentic reproductions (rather
than artifacts) to permit their use by trained, costumed
interpreters during school programs and special events.