Beaulah Shavney

A brave military veteran, treasured elder and proud Chickasaw citizen

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Shavney was a proud Chickasaw woman and an original member of the Women's Army Auxiliary during World War II.

Benjamin Espinosa

A proud military serviceman with a love for his country and his tribe

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Military service runs in Benjamin Espinosa's blood.

Bill Lance

A distinguished career of service dedicated to enhancing the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people

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Bill Lance is the Secretary of State for the Chickasaw Nation and is eager to share his Chickasaw heritage with the world.

Bill Scott

His selfless sacrifice is a reflection of the unconquered and unconquerable Chickasaw warrior spirit

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Born in 1933, Bill Scott is a proud Korean War veteran and member of the Chickasaw Nation.

William Joseph Wright

The only person to serve as chief ranger at three major national parks

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He's committed nearly four decades to the National Park Service and is the only person to serve as chief ranger at three major national parks.

Chris Kidd

Following in his family's footsteps, serving Oklahoma's 31st District

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Continuing a family legacy of service to the great state of Oklahoma.

Donald Anderson

Stuntman. Model. Rancher. Army Veteran. So many stories for one life, but a single overarching theme: he's a proud Chickasaw.

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From WWII veteran, oilman and rancher to stuntman, model and more, Chickasaw elder Donald Anderson has lived life to the fullest.

Dr. Donald Carter

Proud Chickasaw veteran saved hundreds of American and Vietnamese lives in Vietnam

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Dr. Donald Carter proudly served his country during the Vietnam War, embodying Chickasaw values of strength and resilience.

M. Franklin Keel

Representing the interests of Native American people at the highest levels of government

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Franklin Keel has honorably represented Native Americans with integrity and distinction at the highest levels of government.

Gene Arpelar

Loving the country he served

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Gene Arpelar is a Chickasaw veteran of the U.S. Navy whose time abroad deepened his love for America.

Jay & Mike Mitchell

Brothers and military servicemen who have honored their nation and their tribe

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Jay & Mike Mitchell are two brothers who have honored their nation and their tribe through years of service in the Oklahoma National Guard.

Jennifer Barnes-Kerns

Chickasaw attorney and foreign service diplomat

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Jennifer Barnes-Kerns is the Vice-Consul and the Political/Economic/Public Diplomacy Officer at the U.S. Consulate in Chiang Mai, Thailand.

Colonel (ret.) Jessica M. Owens, USMC

Her 25-year military career is defined by historic firsts, breaking barriers for women in Marine Corps aviation

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She is a trailblazing aviator and leader whose 24-year career is defined by historic firsts that have left an indelible mark on the history of Marine Corps Aviation.

Jerry Brown

A patriotic WWII veteran with deep Chickasaw roots

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Jeraldine "Jerry" Brown said it was her Chickasaw family members who taught her how to love life.

Dr. Judy Goforth Parker

A Dynamic Chickasaw Woman committed to the health of the Chickasaw Nation

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Dr. Judy Goforth Parker is the Chickasaw Nation Commissioner of Health Policy.

Rear Admiral (Ret.) Kevin Meeks

A decorated public health official with three decades of impact

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His leadership improved Indian Health Services in Oklahoma and across the U.S. over his distinguished 32-year career.

Kevin Washburn

A lifetime of work advocating for the legal rights of Native American people

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Chickasaw citizen Kevin Washburn has spent practically his entire adult life working on behalf of Native American nations.

Linda English Weeks

A proud understanding of what the Chickasaw people have to offer

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Linda is a former administrator of the Oklahoma governor's mansion and is a strong advocate for all the wonderful things her state has to offer.

Lisa Billy

An unprecedented career in the Oklahoma House of Representatives

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A former small business owner and educator, Rep. Lisa Billy, a decorated Chickasaw, now serves in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.

Major Matthew Neumeyer

A shining example of valor, courage and honor

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From captain to major, Matthew Neumeyer is an exemplary display of the courage and fortitude found in the Chickasaws.

Nathaniel Thomas

A Navy Veteran Following God's Path

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After WWII, Chickasaw citizen Nathaniel Thomas answered God's call and became a minister.

Neal McCaleb

More than 50 years dedicated to Oklahoma and the Chickasaw people

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Neal McCaleb was a proud member of the Chickasaw Nation that has served the national and Oklahoma state government.

Rebecca Owens

Committed to Helping Fellow Veterans

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Rebecca Owens is just one in a long line of venerable Chickasaw warrior women.

Robert Tuttle

Proud Chickasaw and trusted aide to former president Ronald Reagan

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Though he has traveled all over the country and the world, Chickasaw citizen Robert Tuttle has deep roots right here in Oklahoma.

Steffani Cochran

The embodiment of what it means to be a dynamic Chickasaw woman

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From Oklahoma to Washington D.C., Steffani Cochran embodies what it means to be a powerful Chickasaw woman.

T.W. Shannon

A modern-day Chickasaw warrior and public servant

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Tahrohon Wayne Shannon is the state of Oklahoma's first African-American Speaker of the House.

Tewanna Edwards

A career guided by compassion and dedicated to promoting peace, equality, access and inclusion

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Tewanna Edwards is a Chickasaw peacemaker and health care administrator committed to peace, inclusion and diversity.

Thelma "Chincie" Ross

Military veteran devoted to furthering the progress of the Native American people

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Ross dedicated much of her life to tribal involvement and furthering the progress of the Native American people.

Tobi Merritt Edwards Young

She was the youngest press secretary on Capitol Hill, served in every branch of the federal government, was appointed law clerk of the Supreme Court and a now has a successful business career

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She's made remarkable contributions to the Chickasaw Nation through a stellar career in politics, law and business.

Tom Cole

Faithful and patriotic servant to his country and his tribe

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The proud member of the Chickasaw Nation and fifth-generation Oklahoman serves as the Deputy Majority Whip.

Whitney Anderson

This proud Chickasaw encourages human trafficking survivors to move forward on their path to freedom and restoration

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Whitney Anderson is the CEO of The Dragonfly Home, a nonprofit providing guidance and support for survivors of human trafficking.