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Book Signing Event w/ Dannelle Gay

Dannelle Gay will be here to sign her new book, World War II: Dispatches to Madison, and share her experiences with you!

Dannelle Gay is a Wisconsin native who has been writing about travel for more than a decade under the moniker “The Traveling Cheesehead.” As an award-winning travel writer, regional TV host and published author, she loves telling the stories of unique people and places.

Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of World War II, one soldier found solace and strength in letters from home.

An Army Air Corps serviceman from a prominent Madison family, Bob Gay paints a vivid picture of a young man's journey through a tumultuous era, revealing the profound love he held for his family. As Gay fulfills his duty on the frontlines, his mother's unwavering support shines through her involvement with the Red Cross, while his father's dedication as a ration board member and air raid warden mirrors a nation's collective sacrifice.


World War II Dispatches to Madison is a tribute to a humble and kind soul who never sought the spotlight. In honor of her ancestor Robert Gay, Dannelle's book will benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.