New Edition of BFW

I am pleased to announce that Casemate Publishers has released a new paperback edition of my book, Building for War: The Epic Saga of the Civilian Contractors and Marines of Wake Island in World War II. The hardback edition sold out last winter, though some copies are still available through used book dealers. The e-book and paperback editions are available at Amazon and Barnes and Noble online. Casemate designed a new cover for the paperback and gave me the opportunity to make some corrections and additions. New endnotes bring the Appendix material up to date: all survivors have passed away, reunions ceased, and Wake Island itself has undergone many changes. I am glad to keep the story of Wake Island alive.

6 Comments

  1. Larry Trowel September 9, 2024 at 5:41 pm

    Congratulations, Bonnie! Thanks for keeping the story and the sacrifices of the Wake Island defenders alive.

    • Bonnie September 10, 2024 at 7:04 am

      Good to hear from you, Larry. Thanks for your help over the years and may your uncle, Lawrence Froberger – one of the 98, rest in peace.
      Bonnie

  2. John Myers September 9, 2024 at 11:12 pm

    Great news Bonita..! nephew of Walter “Swede” Hokanson (his wife my Aunt Madge Hokanson)

    btw I have found 8mm films of his block plant being built from the ground up if any of the family would like to have them please pass on my name & contact info…

    • Bonnie September 10, 2024 at 7:12 am

      Hi John, it’s great to hear from a member of the Hokanson family. My grandfather, Harry Olson, and “Swede” Hokanson were good friends. His block plant built after the war was a big deal!
      Bonnie

  3. Constance Dice September 10, 2024 at 6:24 am

    A work that needed to be done. Thank you! My father was one of the 98. Can’t wait to read it! God Bless!

    • Bonnie September 10, 2024 at 12:41 pm

      Thanks Connie. Know that your father, David Cummings, and the rest of the 98 will not be forgotten.