Costo, Rupert, 1906-1989

Dates:
Birth 1906
Death 1989-10-20
Gender:
Male
Native Americans,
English,

Biographical notes:

Rupert Costo (1906 – October 20, 1989) was a Cahuilla author, publisher, philanthropist and founder of the American Indian Historical Society. He had many careers and avocations throughout his life, including farmer, cattle rancher, surveyor, and mineralogist. He also served as an engineer for the California Division of Highways for nearly 20 years.

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Subjects:

  • Native American history
  • American Indian Historical Society

Occupations:

  • Activist
  • Authors
  • Highway engineers
  • Philanthropists
  • Publishers

Places:

  • CA, US
  • CA, US
  • CA, US