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.[2] He was a grandson of chief Samuel Taylor Blue. Blue was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.[3] During his time as chief, the Catawba received federal recognition.
Gilbert Blue | |
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Chief of the Catawba Nation | |
In office 1973–2007 | |
Preceded by | Albert Sanders |
Succeeded by | Buck George (acting) |
Personal details | |
Born | December 5, 1933 |
Died | June 11, 2016[1] Rock Hill, South Carolina, U.S. | (aged 82)
Cause of death | Mesothelioma |
Spouse | Elizabeth Sharpe |
Occupation | Politician |
Known for | Federal rerecognition of the Catawba Nation |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1951–1960 |
Blue died on June 11, 2016, of mesothelioma.[4]