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James A. Wright

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Name	Wright, James A.
Born	8/22/1929
Birthplace	Hamilton County, Texas
Notes	James Alvis Wright was born August 22, 1929 to Armon Alvis and Naomi Estella Wright. He was a graduate of Hamilton High School in Hamilton, Texas. He married Laura Jean Harcrow on Feb. 19, 1949. Joined Texas DPS in 1957 with the Texas Highway Patrol. Promoted to Ranger in 1969 and served at Waco in Company "F", and at Garland in Company "B", also serving on SWAT team. Achieved the rank of Captain and retired from the Rangers in 1991.
Occupation	Texas Ranger 1969-1991 Texas Highway Patrol
Spouse	Laura Jean Wright
Deceased	1/3/2025
Additional Information	Oral History Interview With James Wright Biographical Article on James Wright Obituary Article on James Wright

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