Marker Inscription
A native of Virginia, Henry Ford (c. 1845-1910) came to Texas in 1869 and worked as a cowboy on several central Texas ranches. He settled in Brownwood in 1876 and served several terms as county clerk and as a city councilman. A respected civic leader, he was influential in bringing the Santa Fe Railroad to Brownwood. He supported educational efforts in the city, and through his work as a banker and businessman was instrumental in Brownwood's growth. Three times married, he was the father of ten children, five of whom survived to adulthood. (1994)
About this site
Henry Ford is a historical marker in Brownwood, Brown County, dedicated in 1994. It is one of 54 historical markers documented in Brown County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 74 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 31.7069, -98.9973 near Brownwood. The nearest cataloged historic site is Greenleaf Cemetery (cemetery), about 0.2 miles away. Others within a short drive include Howard, Robert E., Adams-Shaw House, and Hodge, Veda Wells.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5049002447. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
