George W. Harkins
George Washington Harkins (1810 – October 23, 1861) was an attorney and prominent chief of the Choctaw tribe during Indian removal.
George W. Harkins | |
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| Born | 1810 Choctaw Nation, Mississippi Territory |
| Died | October 23, 1861 (aged 50–51) |
| Nationality | Choctaw |
| Education | Cumberland University, Law |
| Occupation(s) | Statesman, tribal chief |
| Predecessor | Greenwood LeFlore |
Elected as principal chief after the national council deposed his maternal uncle, Greenwood LeFlore, Harkins was elected judge of the Red River District in Indian Territory in 1834. In 1850, he was chosen as chief of the Apukshunnubbee District (one of three) of the Choctaw Nation and served until 1857.
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