Chief Dan George

Chief Dan George (1899–1981) was a Canadian actor, traditional leader or chief and poet.

Also recorded as Geswanouth Slahoot; Dan Slaholt.

Overview

Born at Vancouver in 1899, died at Vancouver in 1981.

In detail

the recorded working language is English.

The field of work recorded is acting, poetry and prose.

Membership is recorded of Tsleil-Waututh First Nation.

Distinctions recorded are Officer of the Order of Canada.

Sources

Each source is named with the standing the house places on it, so the evidence can be weighed rather than taken on trust.

  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Chief Dan George”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q577606: Chief Dan George

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