Soldiers Unknown

Soldiers Unknown by Chag Lowry, published by Great Oak Press in 2019, is a multilingual graphic novel that spans 118 pages. Set against the backdrop of the Klamath River in 1918, the story follows the native Yurok people of Northern California as they confront the impacts of World War I, a conflict that has largely remained distant from their lives until now.

In this narrative, three cousins are called to serve a nation that has historically marginalized their community. As they are thrust into the chaos of battle on the Western Front, the young men grapple with the challenges of maintaining their humanity amidst the brutal realities of war. This work explores themes related to historical fiction, war, and the experiences of Indigenous Peoples in the Americas, providing readers with a poignant look at the intersection of personal and collective histories during a tumultuous period.