George Washington Brackenridge
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Aug 18, 2026
Ken WiseHOST
Before we get there, let's talk about the man who gave this area his name.
Ken WiseHOST
His name was George Washington Brackenridge, originally from Indiana.
Ken WiseHOST
If you want to go to the Wise About Texas podcast episode 18, you'll learn a lot more about George Washington Brackenridge.
Ken WiseHOST
He was a Union sympathizer.
Ken WiseHOST
His brothers fought for the Confederate Army.