1943 Map of El Paso

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The Fort Bliss Military Reservation dominates the eastern landscape of this pre-war survey, showcasing the sprawling tactical and medical infrastructure of the era. The presence of the Wm Beaumont Hospital and the Radford Sch highlights a growing urban center supported by major institutions. To the south, the international boundary along the Rio Grande reveals the unique geography of Cordova Island, a pocket of land situated between El Paso City and Juarez. Industrial activity is concentrated near the rail corridors of the Southern Pacific and Texas and Pacific, where a massive Copper Smelter and various Oil Tanks define the local economy. Educational landmarks like Loretto College and Austin High Sch serve the residential neighborhoods of Austin Terrace and Morningside, bridging the gap between the desert slopes of Mt Franklin and the river valley floor.