Historical Marker
William Berry Smith
Historical marker location:
Iredell, Texas
( from Iredell go 4 miles south on FM 1238, one gate past Marker Ranch. 1.5 miles in to pasture land)
Marker installed: 1956
Came to Texas from North Carolina in 1834; a soldier in the Texas War for Independence, veteran of the Indian Wars. Died June 30, 1876 - 84 years old.
Erected by the State of Texas, 1956.
Texas is known for its love of football, and the state has produced many great football players, including legends like Tom Landry, Earl Campbell, and Vince Young.