Brazos County, Texas

background image of downtown Bryan, Texas in the early 20th century.

Brazos County Historical Commission

Harvey Mitchell

Harvey Mitchell
Date Added
1965

Came to Texas from Tennessee in 1839, and joined “minute men” protecting north frontier from Trinity to Brazos River. Moved to Brazos County; served 1842-1853 in County offices: Deputy Clerk, County Clerk, Surveyor, Chief Justice. Taught school, had a store, farmed. Led in building churches; also Brazos County courthouses of 1846, 1853, 1878. During Civil War, was assessor of Confederate state taxes. As a member of a local committee, his determination and tact secured the location of the A. & M. College of Texas for his county. He rightly deserves title, “Father of Brazos County”.

 

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Brazos Courthouse main entrance, 300 East 26th St., Bryan.