Captain Will Wright
(1868-1942) Founding officer, Co. D, Texas Rangers. Had uncles, brother, sons in Rangers and Border Patrol. Wilson County deputy sheriff, 1896-1900; sheriff, 1902-1917. While in office reared his family in the jailer's quarters. Always was armed. A stern leader, but gentlemanly and kind. (1967)
29.1337° N, 98.1574° W
Where to Find It
Near intersection B and 3rd Streets on courthouse square, Floresville. In front of old jail.
Nearby Markers
- <0.1 mi S The Flores de Abrego Family and Floresville Floresville
- <0.1 mi S Wilson County Courthouse Floresville
- <0.1 mi S James Charles Wilson Floresville
- <0.1 mi S Wilson County Floresville
- 0.1 mi W White House Café and Saloon Floresville
- 0.1 mi NW First Baptist Church of Floresville Floresville