Gilbert Blue

Gilbert Blue (December 5, 1933 – June 11, 2016) was a Native American chief of the Catawba Nation in the U.S. state of South Carolina from 1973 until 2007. He was a grandson of chief Samuel Taylor Blue. Blue was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.[1] During his time as chief, the Catawba received federal recognition.

Gilbert Blue
Catawba Indian Nation leader
In office
1973–2007
Succeeded byDonald Rodgers
Personal details
Born(1933-12-05)December 5, 1933
DiedJune 11, 2016(2016-06-11) (aged 82)
Cause of deathMesothelioma
Military career
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branchUnited States Navy

Personal life

Blue died on June 11, 2016, of mesothelioma.[2]

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References

  1. "Blue, Gilbert - South Carolina Encyclopedia". South Carolina Encyclopedia. Retrieved January 25, 2018.
  2. Dys, Andrew (June 11, 2016). "Former Catawba Indian Chief Gilbert Blue, who 'saved' tribe, dies following illness". The Herald. Retrieved June 12, 2016.
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