Leal is a

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in Atascosa and Bexar counties, in the U.S. state of

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. It is located within the

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metropolitan area.

History

A post office was established at Leal in 1858 and remained in operation until 1867. It was named in honor of a local family. The community disappeared after the

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and is now a part of the communities of Cassin and Earle.

Geography

Leal is located at the intersection of Leon Creek and the Medina River in southern

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. It also extends into Atascosa County.

Education

Leal is served by the

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References

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