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Benjamin, Knox County

Marker Text

Formed from Young and Bexar Territories. Created February 1, 1858. Recreated August 21, 1876. Organized March 20, 1886. Named in honor of General Henry Knox, 1759-1806. Major General of the Continental Army, 1781, Secretary of War, 1785-1794. Benjamin, the county seat.

Marker Details

Address 100 W. Cedar St.
Location Description Knox County Courthouse grounds, E side facing S. Hinton St. (SH 6)
Marker # 2970
Dedicated 1936
Size, Type 1936 Texas Centennial - highway marker (pink granite)
Code counties

  • Private Property:

    Unknown
    • Latitude, Longitude 33.58355, -99.792847

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