More than twelve thousand American Indians served in the United States military in World War I, even though many were not US citizens and did not enjoy the benefits of enfranchisement. Using the words of the veterans themselves, this work presents the experiences of American Indian veterans during World War I and after their return home.

Particularly in its immediacy and individuality, Dixon's documentation of American Indian veterans of World War I adds greatly to our understanding of the experiences of American Indians in the U.S. military.

Introduction
1. Serving for Duty and Justice
2. Battlefield Experiences Around the World
3. On the Front Lines as Scouts and Runners
4. Killed in Action and Other Casualties of War
5. Non-Combat Service
6. Proud to Be a Warrior
7. The Discouraging Return Home
8. Soldiers but Not Citizens
Afterword