Aaron Y. Ross

Aaron Y. Ross
Born(1829-03-22)March 22, 1829
Old Town, Maine
DiedApril 3, 1922(1922-04-03) (aged 93)
Ogden, Utah
Other names"Dad" Ross; "Hold the Fort Aaron"
Occupationsgold miner, stage coach driver ＆ guard, and train guard

Aaron Yearksey Ross (aka "Dad" Ross, "Hold the Fort Aaron"; March 22, 1829 - April 3, 1922) was a gold miner, stage coach driver and guard, and train guard in the American Old West. He was legendary for having fought off a number of robbery attempts, some against overwhelming odds.

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