Texas, Presidio County, near Marfa
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Formed from Bexar County
Created January 3, 1850
Organized March 13, 1875
So named for the early "Fortress
garrisoned by soldiers."
Erected for the protection of the
Big Bend missions.
County seat
Fort Davis, 1875
Marfa, since 1885
(Settlements & Settlers) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
Formed from Bexar CountyCreated January 3, 1850
Organized March 13, 1875
So named for the early "Fortress
garrisoned by soldiers."
Erected for the protection of the
Big Bend missions.
County seat
Fort Davis, 1875
Marfa, since 1885
(Settlements & Settlers) Includes location, directions, 3 photos, GPS coordinates, map.