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"Code Talkers" in WWII refers to Native American soldiers, primarily from the Navajo tribe, who used their indigenous language to transmit secret messages during the Pacific theater of the war, creating an unbreakable code that played a crucial role in military operations due to the complex structure of the Navajo language which was unfamiliar to the enemy; this allowed them to securely communicate vital information on the battlefield.

Key points about Code Talkers:

Primary Tribe:

While other Native American tribes also participated in code talking programs, the most well-known were the Navajo Code Talkers, serving primarily in the Marine Corps.

How the code worked:

Navajo words were assigned to military terms and phrases, creating a complex code that was difficult to decipher.

Impact on the war:

The Navajo Code Talkers played a vital role in transmitting critical information during battles like Iwo Jima, contributing significantly to American military success in the Pacific theater.

INTEL - 1942: Navajo Code Talkers

INTEL.gov

Code Talkers Were America's Secret Weapon in World War II | The National Endowment for the Humanities

National Endowment for the Humanities

Navajo Code Talkers: World War II Fact Sheet

Naval History and Heritage Command

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