Robertson, Andrew J., 1845-1918

Robertson was born in Unionville, Illinois and served briefly in the Civil War as a member of the 8th Illinois Cavalry. After the war he returned to Illinois and eventually traveled to Helena, Montana to work in the gold fields and later worked on cattle drives in Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona. Robertson came to Wyoming in 1873 and in 1878 became the foreman of th Bridle Bit Ranch, which was located in Laramie County, Wyoming and owned by Sturgis, Goodell & Company. In 1890 he moved to Broken Bow, in Custer County, Nebraska to become a banker.

From the description of Andrew J. Robertson papers, 1865-1963 (bulk 1865-1901). (University of Wyoming, American Heritage Center). WorldCat record id: 27798712

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