Harrisburg County
Harrisburg County, evolved from and named for the Municipality of Harrisburg, was established in 1836. In 1839 the name was changed to Harris County.
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Harrisburg County, evolved from and named for the Municipality of Harrisburg, was established in 1836. In 1839 the name was changed to Harris County.
The following, adapted from the Chicago Manual of Style, 15th edition, is the preferred citation for this entry.
Seymour V. Connor, “Harrisburg County,” Handbook of Texas Online, accessed March 08, 2021, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/harrisburg-county.
Published by the Texas State Historical Association.
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