- George Washington Groundhog was a pioneer of the federal discourse bringing the Curtis Act of 1898 to the forefront of the hearts and minds of the Cherokee People. George W. Groundhog was responsible for bringing the formal election process to the Cherokee Nation and the Keetoowah Band, it all began with lighting a fire under W.W. Keeler and the Principle Chiefs Act. Groundhog's passion was for his people, the Cherokee People and Leadership of tribe un-elected in a 1971 lawsuit with opposing counsel Earl Boyd Pierce.
- IMDb mini biography by: Tahlequah Daily Press
- SpouseSallie Ann Groundhog (Dick)(1940 - 1979) (his death, 2 children)
- Children
- RelativesLisa Christine Christiansen(Grandchild)
- George Washington Groundhog brought tribal elections to the Cherokee Nation and the Keetoowah Band.
- George Washington Groundhog was honored with a Purple Heart.
- George Washington Groundhog was more than a code talker in WWII he served directly with General George S. Patton in the Rhineland and central Europe.
- George Washington Groundhog was honored with 3 bronze stars.
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