Q: What deaf man has an entire county in Texas named after him? A: Erastus "Deaf" Smith, 1787-1837.
Erastus Smith Web Biographies
Many biographies are available on the web about Erastus Smith. These are the best ones:
- Lsjunction.com - One page biography, with one large photo.
- Handbook of Texas - Long biography on one page, no illustrations.
Books andChapters on Erastus Smith
There are chapters in books on deaf historic figures, plus entire books, written about Erastus Smith:
Books
- Deaf Smith: Scout, Spy, and Texas Hero (compare prices)- This book is by Eakin Press.
Chapters
- Great Deaf Americans (compare prices) - This book from Deaf Life Press includes a chapter on Smith.
- Movers and Shakers (compare prices) - This book from DawnSignPress includes a chapter on Smith.
Deaf Smith County
In Deaf Smith County, Texas, which is named after Erastus Smith, there is a museum about the early days of the county.
