"A study of U.S.-Chinese relations involving the U.S. Army, this work focuses at the personnel level on the Army's service in China. While studies have been published of the U.S. Marines' and U.S. Navy's involvement in China, little attention has been given the Army's missions in this theater"-- Provided by publisher.

Introduction --The Boxer Uprising -- Aftermath -- Assessment, consequences and conclusions -- The 15th Infantry Regiment in the Boxer Uprising -- The 15th returns to China, 1912-1938 -- Life in the 15th Infantry Regiment in China -- Going home and the regiment's legacy -- A gallery of generals -- Introduction -- The 31st United States Infantry Regiment in China -- Dénouement.