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Deaf Smith County |
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Courthouse Sq., Hereford,
TX,
USA
Latitude & Longitude:
34° 49' 3.20093000004",
-102° 23' 56.9834300004"
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Texas State Historical Marker |
Formed from Young and Bexar territories: Created, August 21, 1876 - Organized, October 3, 1890. Named in honor of Erastus Deaf Smith, 1787-1837, came to Texas in 1821 rendered valuable service as a scout and spy during the Texas Revolution and was conspicuous for his bravery in the battle of San Jacinto. County Seat, La Plata, frequently called Grenada, 1890-1898 -Hereford, since 1899. (1936)
This page last updated: 7/15/2008 |
Deaf Smith County Historical Marker Location Map, Hereford, Texas
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