Historical Marker
Texas Ranger and Sheriff Capt. Will L. Wright
Historical marker location:
SH 181, Floresville, Texas
( Floresville Cemetery, 1 mile south of Floresville on SH 181. Grave is in northeast section.)
Marker installed: 1967
(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.