Ossian M. Ross
Major Ossian M. Ross | |
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Portrait of Ossian M. Ross on wood, probably painted in New York around 1820 before he left for Illinois. | |
| Born | August 16, 1790 |
| Died | January 20, 1837 (aged 46) Havana, Illinois, US |
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Rank | Major |
| Conflicts | War of 1812 Winnebago War |
| Spouse | Mary (Polly) Winans |
| Children | 6 |
| Other work | Farmer, merchant, hotel owner, ferry owner |
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Ossian M. Ross (August 16, 1790 – January 20, 1837) was a pioneer farmer, stock-raiser, and merchant in Illinois, who served as a major in the War of 1812 and subsequently founded the Illinois towns of Lewistown and Havana, and who also played a prominent role in establishing Fulton and Mason counties in that state.