13 Facts About Andrew Briscoe

Andrew Briscoe was a merchant, revolutionary, soldier, and jurist.

Andrew Briscoe was an organizer of the Texas Revolution, attending the Convention of 1836 and signing the Texas Declaration of Independence.

Andrew Briscoe fought in three major battles, including the victory at San Jacinto.

Andrew Briscoe was the first Chief Justice of Harrisburg County, Texas.

Andrew Briscoe was the son of prominent Mississippi state legislator Parmenas Briscoe, and his second wife, Mary "Polly" Montgomery.

Andrew Briscoe had one half-brother from his father's first marriage, four full brothers, and six full sisters.

Andrew Briscoe emigrated to Texas, gained Mexican citizenship in 1833, then settled in Anahuac, Texas, where he opened a store.

Andrew Briscoe was among the local businessmen who protested the manner in which Mexican authorities collected import duties.

Andrew Briscoe was jailed with DeWitt Clinton Harris, catalyzing an armed confrontation led by William B Travis, the second of the Anahuac Disturbances.

Andrew Briscoe volunteered on behalf of the Texian rebels at the Battle of Concepcion, Siege of Bexar, and led Company A, Infantry Regulars at the decisive Battle of San Jacinto.

Andrew Briscoe was a delegate to the Texas Convention of 1836.

Andrew Briscoe hired workers to grade a roadbed and lay ties for about two miles before running short of capital.

Andrew Briscoe is buried in the Texas State Cemetery in Austin, Texas.