Soldier for Equality: José de la Luz Sáenz and the Great War

Soldier for Equality: José de la Luz Sáenz and the Great War is a powerful and informative biography that tells the story of one man's fight for Mexican American civil rights.

This book, written by award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh, uses primary sources and kid-friendly language to bring to life the incredible journey of José de la Luz Sáenz.

From his birth in the United States to his service in World War I and beyond, this book highlights the prejudice and discrimination faced by Mexican Americans during this time period.

Through Luz's diary entries and other primary sources, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges he faced and the impact he had on the fight for equality.

With stunning illustrations and an engaging narrative, Soldier for Equality is an important contribution to the history of Mexican American civil rights and an inspiring story that will resonate with readers of all ages.