Code Talkers: Real Native American Warriors

During World War II, the United States military was looking for a way to create a code that would be unbreakable by the enemy. They turned to the Navajo people, who had a unique language that was spoken by very few people outside of their tribe.

Code Talkers: Real (Native) American Heroes

by Meghan Gottschall

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The Navajo Code Talkers were a group of Navajo soldiers who were recruited to create and use the code. They were trained to use their native language to send messages that could not be understood by the Japanese. The Code Talkers played a vital role in the Allied victory in the Pacific War, and they are considered to be some of the most decorated veterans in American history.

The Navajo Language

The Navajo language is a complex and unique language that is spoken by the Navajo people of the Southwestern United States. It is an Athabaskan language, and it is related to the Apache and Tlingit languages. The Navajo language has a very complex grammar, and it is difficult for non-native speakers to learn.

The Navajo language was perfect for creating a code that would be unbreakable by the Japanese. The language has a large number of words and phrases that are not found in any other language, and it is very difficult to translate Navajo into any other language.

The Code

The Navajo Code Talkers created a code that was based on the Navajo language. They used Navajo words and phrases to represent military terms and concepts. For example, the word "tse" (pronounced "say") meant "war," and the word "wol-la-chee" (pronounced "wo-la-chee") meant "bomb." The Code Talkers also used a system of hand signals to communicate with each other.

The Navajo Code was unbreakable by the Japanese. The Japanese had no knowledge of the Navajo language, and they were unable to decipher the messages that were sent by the Code Talkers. The Code Talkers played a vital role in the Allied victory in the Pacific War, and they are considered to be some of the most decorated veterans in American history.

The Code Talkers

The Navajo Code Talkers were a group of brave and dedicated soldiers who served their country with honor. They were recruited from the Navajo Nation, and they were trained to use their native language to create a code that would be unbreakable by the enemy. The Code Talkers served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II, and they played a vital role in the Allied victory in the Pacific War.

The Code Talkers were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 2001 for their service to their country. They are considered to be some of the most decorated veterans in American history, and their story is an inspiration to all Americans.

The Navajo Code Talkers are a group of real American heroes. They served their country with honor and distinction during World War II, and they played a vital role in the Allied victory in the Pacific War. The Code Talkers are an inspiration to all Americans, and their story is one that should never be forgotten.

Code Talkers: Real (Native) American Heroes

by Meghan Gottschall

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2999 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	35 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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