The Maytubby Family Legacy
The Maytubby family legacy began in 1906 with the election of Peter Maytubby as governor of the Chickasaw Nation. Thirty-three years later, Floyd Maytubby was appointed as governor; he served in that position until his death in 1963, at which point his uncle, E.B., took over. Here, learn about the Maytubbys and their roles as governors of the Chickasaw Nation.
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Governor Peter Maytubby
A member of the Dawes Commission who helped find fraudulent claims of Chickasaw citizenshipMaytubby was a full-blooded Chickasaw Indian and served as captain for the Confederate Army in the Civil War and was also a Chickasaw governor.
Governor Floyd Maytubby
Appointed governor during the Great Depression and World War IIFloyd Maytubby served the Chickasaw Nation during difficult times resulting from the end of the Great Depression and the turmoil of World War II.
Tribal Government 1906-1960s: Constrained
Richard Green, Author & Former Chickasaw Nation HistorianThe only government the Chickasaws had in place was an appointed governor, as the legislature and judiciary were abolished.
Governor E.B. Maytubby
A proud Chickasaw heritage and dedication to furthering the progress of the Chickasaw peopleDuring the time Maytubby governed there was a huge push for the Chickasaw tribe to elect their own leaders and to demand more sovereignty.
One Tribe One Mission
"Our mission to enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people will continue to serve as our guidepost as we work together to build an even brighter future"
Bill Anoatubby, Governor
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