Deaf Smith County
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 ...