Those Who Also Served

In 1941, almost 1200 civilian men ventured across the Pacific to Wake Island to build a U.S. Navy base. Hours after Pearl Harbor was bombed, Wake was attacked. The men of Wake Island were thrust into World War 2. These men along with a contingent of U.S. Marines endured 16 days of Japanese attacks. This is their story. Told by the men who were on Wake. Includes Japanese and US photos and films.In 1941, almost 1200 civilian men ventured across the Pacific to Wake Island to build a U.S. Navy base. Hours after Pearl Harbor was bombed, Wake was attacked. The men of Wake Island were thrust into World War 2. These men a... Read more