Henry Weidner Baylor

Henry Weidner Baylor (c. 1818–1853) was an American physician, soldier, and Texas ranger. Baylor County, Texas was named for him.

Henry Weidner Baylor
Born	c. 1818 Paris, Kentucky, US
Died	August 4, 1853 (aged 34–35) Independence, Texas, US
Allegiance	United States
Service	United States Army
Rank	Captain
Battles / wars	Mexican–American War Battle of Monterrey American Indian Wars

See also

• R. E. B. Baylor
• John R. Baylor
• George W. Baylor

Sources

• Cutrer, Thomas W. (July 25, 2018). "Baylor, Henry Weidner (1818–1853)". Handbook of Texas Online. Texas State Historical Association. Retrieved May 28, 2023.

Further reading

• "Obituaries / Another "Ranger" Gone". Texas Ranger and Lone Star. September 3, 1853. p. 2.