Texas Ranger Captain Ira Long
(May 5, 1842 - March 8, 1913) Dedicated and courageous. Born in Indiana; reared in Missouri. Wounded twice in Confederate service during the Civil War. On reorganization of Texas Rangers, 1874, was commissioned first lieutenant; promoted 1875 to captain, Company A, official escort of Major John B. Jones, commander of Ranger force. Did outstanding duty against Indians and outlaws, and in quieting such feuds as Mason County War. Served for six years. Recorded - 1967
33.1726° N, 97.5560° W
Where to Find It
Sand Hill Cemetery. From Decatur, take US 81/287 south about 3 miles to CR 4227 south about .5 mile, turn west onto CR 4226, and drive about .5 mile to cemetery - grave is at center of cemetery.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi SW Sand Hill Community Sand Hill
- 1.9 mi SW Pleasant Grove Cemetery #1 Decatur
- 2.9 mi NW Perrin Log Cabin Decatur
- 3.2 mi S Anneville School Decatur
- 3.4 mi NW Site of Wise County Poor Farm & Cemetery Decatur
- 3.5 mi NW Wise County Reunion Decatur