Andrew Briscoe
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| Born | November 25, 1810 Claiborne County, Mississippi |
| Died | October 4, 1849 (aged 38) New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Relatives | Parmenas Briscoe (father), Dolph Briscoe (descendant) |
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| Allegiance |  Republic of Texas |
Branch |  Texas Army |
Service years | 1835–1836 |
Rank | Captain |
| Commands | Liberty Volunteers; Company A, Infantry Regulars |
Conflicts | Battle of Concepción, Siege of Bexar, Battle of San Jacinto |
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Andrew Briscoe (November 25, 1810 – October 4, 1849) was a merchant, revolutionary, soldier, and jurist. He was an organizer of the Texas Revolution, attending the Convention of 1836 and signing the Texas Declaration of Independence. He fought in three major battles, including the victory at San Jacinto. He was the first Chief Justice of Harrisburg County, Texas.