The Order of the Long Leaf Pine presented to Wilmington native Wilbur Jones

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — The Order of the Long Leaf Pine was presented to a Wilmington native Tuesday night during the City Council Meeting.

Captain Wilbur Jones got the prestigious honor for his service to the Tar Heel State.

Jones is a veteran, author and historian.

He also plays a vital role in having Wilmington named as the first American World War Two Heritage City.