136th Medical Depot, Ft Sam Houston, Texas

The 136th Medical Depot was a key U.S. Army medical logistics unit, originally constituted during World War II to support overseas operations with medical supplies and equipment. After the war, the unit was reactivated and stationed at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, where it played a vital role in managing and distributing medical materiel for both peacetime and contingency missions. Throughout the Cold War era, the 136th Medical Depot provided essential support to Army medical units, ensuring readiness and rapid deployment capabilities. Its legacy continues as part of the broader Army Medical Department’s commitment to sustaining the health and effectiveness of military personnel.