Ghosts of Honolulu

Ghosts of Honolulu delves into the covert operations and espionage activities in Honolulu during WWII, focusing on the pivotal role of naval intelligence special agent Douglas Wada. This book offers a detailed account of the city's secretive history before, during, and after the Pearl Harbor attack, shedding light on the birth of the NCIS. Structured across eight parts, it explores themes of identity, strategy, and the consequences of war.

What You'll Learn

• The role of Douglas Wada in WWII espionage
• How naval intelligence operations were conducted in Honolulu
• The impact of the Pearl Harbor attack on intelligence agencies
• The formation and evolution of NCIS from its WWII origins
• Identity challenges faced by spies during wartime

Who This Book Is For

This book is ideal for history enthusiasts, particularly those interested in WWII and espionage. It's also valuable for students and researchers studying intelligence agencies and their historical development.

What You Need to Know First

A basic understanding of WWII events and espionage is helpful, but not required. The book provides sufficient context to engage both novices and those with prior knowledge.

Why This Book

Unlike other historical accounts, this book uniquely combines personal narratives with historical events, providing a comprehensive look at the birth of modern intelligence agencies through real stories.

What's Inside

Authored by Mark Harmon and Leon Carroll, Ghosts of Honolulu spans 444 pages, divided into eight parts, with appendices offering additional context on intelligence careers and unresolved mysteries. Published by Harper Select.