The term 'THE LONE RANGER' refers to a fictional character who was the lead hero of a long-running American Western television series that aired from 1949 to 1957. The Lone RANGER was a masked Texas RANGER who fought injustice in the American Old West. He was portrayed as a heroic figure who championed justice and fought for the rights of the oppressed. The Lone RANGER was accompanied by his faithful Native American companion, Tonto. The character has been featured in numerous books, films, television series, and other media.