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Briscoe County was formed from Bexar Territory, created on August 21, 1876, and organized on March 15, 1892. It was named for Andrew Briscoe, 1810-1849, a defender of Texan liberty at the Battle of Concepcion, the Capture of Bexar, and the Battle of San Jacinto, who also served as Chief Justice of Harris County. Silverton is the county seat.
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Silverton, Texas · United States
