Tom Coffman is an independent researcher and creator whose work delves into historical themes and political history, particularly within the context of Hawaii. Evolving from a journalism background, his writing leverages his reporting skills to deeply explore and chronologically develop pivotal periods and events. Coffman's productions and publications are characterized by thorough research and an endeavor to capture the social and political turmoil of the times. His dedication to uncovering complex narratives and his award-winning output highlight his distinctive approach to history and politics.
Following December 7, 1941, when the United States government interned 120,000 people of Japanese ancestry evicted from scattered settlements throughout the West Coast states, why was a much larger number concentrated in the Hawaiian Islands war zone not similarly incarcerated?
The narrative explores the 1893 overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom by a coalition of white planters and missionaries, supported by the U.S. government. It highlights the resistance efforts led by deposed Queen Lili'uokalani, including her lobbying in Washington, D.C., and the subsequent imprisonment of her supporters after a failed insurrection. The author challenges the prevailing myths surrounding the annexation, revealing how influential Americans conspired to undermine Hawaiian sovereignty in pursuit of imperial expansion.