Record #:

7680

Author(s):

Lerch, Patricia B.

Abstract:

Priscilla Freeman Jacobs led the Waccamaw-Siouan, a state recognized American Indian tribe, from 1986 to 2005. She is the first woman to hold the position of chief in her tribe in the 20th-century and is the first tribal woman to become a minister. Lerch discusses Jacobs' role as tribal chief. Deciding not to seek reelection as chief in 2005, Jacobs now serves as pastor of the Life Changing Community Church in Riegelwood.

Source:

Tar Heel Junior Historian (NoCar F 251 T3x), Vol. 45 Issue 1, Fall 2005, p30-31, il, por

Subject(s):

Jacobs, Priscilla Freeman, 1960-; Waccamaw-Siouan Indians--North Carolina--Politics and government