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San Jacinto Museum of History

Herzstein Library: Smith, Erastus

For Students 9th - 10th
This biography of Erastus Smith includes a deed to property in San Antonio granted to him by an Act of Congress, as well as other correspondence about Smith. Highlights his role as scout during fight for Texas independence.
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Community Profile Network: Hereford History

For Students 9th - 10th
Why does Texas have a county called "Deaf Smith"? Discover this hero of Texas independence who was a hearing-impaired mounted scout during the struggle with Mexico.
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Gallaudet University: Reading Exercise: Erastus Smith

For Students 9th - 10th
This biographical sketch provides interesting details about the Battle of San Jacinto, in which Erastus Smith played a vital role.