Aaron Y. Ross
Aaron Y. Ross | |
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| Born | March 22, 1829 |
| Died | April 3, 1922 |
| Other names | "Dad" Ross; "Hold the Fort Aaron" |
| Occupation(s) | gold 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.