The Medal of Honor was awarded to numerous soldiers who participated in the American Indian Wars, primarily between 1865 and 1891, recognizing acts of exceptional bravery and gallantry during engagements with Native American tribes across the Western frontier; notable recipients include names like William Alchesay, Elsatsoosh, and Pompey Factor, with many of the awards being controversial due to the nature of some of the conflicts, particularly the Wounded Knee Massacre where soldiers received Medals of Honor for actions considered massacres by historians.

This paperback book titled "The Metal of Honor: History and Recipients for the Indian Wars" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the topic of war and history. Published in 1979 by John M. Carroll, editor, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the Medal of Honor and its recipients during the Indian Wars.

Privately published paperback book, print looks type written, published in Bryan, Texas in 1979, good condition.