Navajo code talkers dictionary kindle edition

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These Native American brothers have served our national interests through three wars. Their story needs to be told to inspire a new generation of American patriots.

Navajo code talkers dictionary kindle edition: Navajo Code Talkers' Dictionary

Navajo Code Talkers is a well-written history of the secret encryption program using Navajo speakers during World War Two. Aaseng provides a concise examination of the beginnings of the program, its difficulties and successes. Despite a tragic history at the hands of the US government, the Navajo people throw themselves into the war in support of the country that almost destroyed them.

It's a compelling read. The only criticism that I have is the brevity with which Aaseng tells this story. There is so much here that is not said, so many details that are missing. Events are brushed over quickly, individuals are discussed without enough substance and problems faced the the program that should take pages to discuss and explore, instead take paragraphs.

Despite it being a well-written study of a noble subject Navajo Code talkers left me wanting more. This well written review of the sheer bravery of the Navajo Indians, is a true story of true patriotism. Then to serve the US nation with such willingness and bravery, gives me such pride, because I am an American. The Navajo Nation do not have casinos, they live from the land to this day, and are a very honorable American tribe.

If you want to read about sincere Americans, for America, read this book. One person found this helpful. Perfect, Just as Advertised. I am an avid reader of historical and war history books. This book was my 1st full-length read on the topic. The target audience seems to be introductory, and it does a fine job of that. But it is somewhat light on details as are found in the books I typically read.

The code talkers are an important part of WWII history. The book tells more of their story and is better than the movie from Hollywood.

Navajo code talkers dictionary kindle edition: Code that could not be

This author has done his research and presents the human story of the Native Americans who helped the country that had a long history of broken promises to their people. Very informative historical record honoring the impact Native Americans, namely the Nahavo tribe, made to insure Allied successes in the Pacific theater of World War II. Sadly, because of the secrecy required for its use, time passed before the Code Talkers' value could be fully appreciated and rewarded.

See more reviews. Top reviews from other countries. I found it very interesting and well explained the story of Navajo Code Talkers. As I'm not an English speaker, I easily understood everything! Very interesting book. Something I had not heard of before. Report an issue. Does this item contain inappropriate content? Do you believe that this item violates a copyright?

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Search Search Search Browse menu. Sign in. This decision seems entirely accidental as the comments leave little for the reader and act as actual editing marks meant for the author. This was my first book on the topic so i am eager to explore other authors on the subject. Milo Gonzalez. Educational and well written, could have used more personal testimony from primary code talker sources.

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Author says it like it is and is straight to the point so good read for educational background on the general concept. Felicity J. They were so wonderful. May they rest in Peace. Buck Amey. Good read. Very enlightening poker the info about this previously unknown part of history. I like reading Rhiannon part of our history. I enjoyed this book and learned a lot.

Sometimes the battle scenes got overwhelming and I had to skip a few pages. These men were truly brave and dutiful warriors.