This book was first published in 1969, which is evident, because it says things like "never has America lost a war."

Hmm! I definitely learned from this book, although I'm moderately knowledgeable about Native American history. I particularly enjoyed the section about the black civil rights movement and why Indians didn't join in/why their movement is so different from other civil rights movements. I liked the history/memoir/essay blend. Of course, since the book came out in 1968 I really want a followup in the same tone.

Custer Died for your Sins is an insightful probe into social and political regulations concerning Indian Affairs and the consequences of these regulations. This is a must read for everyone. This book should be taught in school alongside American History courses. Vine Deloria Jr. doesn't try to placate or instigate. He gives you the facts and the effects thereafter. It is important for us as Americans to turn away from whitewashed history and accept that while we can't change the past that has shaped us, we can certainly acknowledge the wrongs committed for the benefit of the white, Christian man and find a way to move forward respectfully and in striving towards a more equal nation.