So, You Wanna Be a Soldier? American Indian Warrior Tradition in the U.S. Military

Authors

Kimberly R. Huyser

Document Type

Lecture

Series/Event

Alumni Lecture Series

Abstract

American Indians are the smallest pan-ethnic group in the United States, comprising 1% of the U.S. population, but have a 33% or 1 in 3 per capita military participation rat e. Knowing this statistic, questions arise on what contributes to having such an outstanding military record. Are they motivated by the opportunity to gain educational and vocational skills? If the motivation for entering the military is not for clear socio economic gain, what are the education and economic outcomes for American Indian veterans?

Publication Date

10-20-2005

Recommended Citation

Huyser, Kimberly R., "So, You Wanna Be a Soldier? American Indian Warrior Tradition in the U.S. Military" (2005). University Events. 92.
https://digitalcommons.calvin.edu/hh_av_university_events/92