George Colbert

1764–1839 (age 75)

Chickasaw leader

Biography

George Colbert was born in 1764 and became known as a Chickasaw leader during a time of great upheaval for Native nations. His life spanned decades in which Indigenous peoples navigated the pressures of a rapidly changing landscape.

He passed in Choctaw County, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and resilience amid the challenges of his time.