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(February 10, 1868-March 7, 1942) A fearless, colorful, cultured man whose honesty and diplomacy often prevented bloodshed. An 1890s Wilson County Deputy Sheriff. In Frontier Battalion, Texas Rangers. Sheriff, Wilson County, 1902-1917. At request of Texas Adjutant-General, he organized and commanded Co. D, Texas Rangers, 1918-1939. Gained great fame along Rio Grande. Married Mary Ann Brown. Their seven children included two who became law officers. Recorded, 1967
Wright, Capt. Will L. - Texas Ranger and Sheriff is a historical marker in Floresville, Wilson County, dedicated in 1967. It is one of 46 historical markers documented in Wilson County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 101 historic sites cataloged across the county.
The site sits at 29.1274, -98.1462 near Floresville. The nearest cataloged historic site is Sacred Heart (cemetery), about 0.1 miles away. Others within a short drive include Floresville Catholic Cemetery, Wilson County Courthouse, and White House Café and Saloon.
This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5493005269. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.
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