In this hard-hitting work of non-fiction, real heroes from across the spectrum of US policing tell their unforgettable stories. Straight from the harsh streets, American Cops is a first-person account of the days and nights of America's police force. Protect: These men and women are our eyes. Our ears. Our protectors. Those who wear a badge, doing their best to help people. Serve: These cops serve their communities. They serve their country. They're in the business of saving lives - even at the risk of their own. Defend: These patrol officers and K9 handlers, sheriffs and detectives, reveal what it's really like to wear the uniform, to carry the weight of the responsibility they've been given. For these men and women, it isn't just a job. It's a calling.