​Nicholas Wren 1809 -1859

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Marker Text: ​Came to Texas, 1833. Became a 
soldier in the Texas army, 1836.
Was commissioned Lieutenant of 
Rangers by Sam Houston, President
of Texas.
Fought for Texas during the 
Vasquez and Woll invasions. Had 
horse shot from under him in 
Battle of the Hondo. 
Resided in Smith County at its 
organization, 1846. His wife Mariah 
was a charter member of Harris 
Creek Baptist Church. Wren died 
here in Mount Carmel community 
August 28, 1859. (1968) 

Marker No: 7770

Contemporary Marker, Grave Marker 

Geoagraphic: ​32° 27.991′ N, 95° 13.021′ W

Location: ​13720 Harris Creek Church Road, Winona