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NEW CODE TALKERS EXHIBIT AT FRISCO NATIVE AMERICAN MUSEUM<br />

A new exhibit recently added at the Frisco Native American Museum<br />

& Natural History Center has generated a great deal of interest.<br />

In a U shaped space fi lled with military hats, two fi gures evoke<br />

memories of World War II. The kneeling soldier represents a Native<br />

American code talker– a warrior with a very special mission. Native<br />

Americans have the highest record of military service of any ethnic<br />

group in the U.S. The title of “warrior” must be earned and represents<br />

much more than fi ghting enemies. It is granted to individuals<br />

who are respected and celebrated for demonstrating strength,<br />

dedication, wisdom and courage in all matters.<br />

A number of Choctaw soldiers demonstrated those qualities during<br />

World War l. At a desperate time for America, the Choctaw used<br />

their native language to create an accurate and unbreakable code.<br />

During the war, a total of 12 other Native American nations joined<br />

them to use their languages, and code talking was expanded during<br />

World War II to include a total of 33 different nations. Their codes<br />

were never broken and were responsible for saving countless lives.<br />

In 2013 Congressional Gold Medals with a unique design were<br />

awarded to each tribe. At the ceremony Senate Majority Leader<br />

Harry Reid said: “In this nation’s hour of greatest need . . . the<br />

United States turned to a people and a language they had tried to<br />

eradicate.”<br />

In addition to the head gear donated by Native Americans serving<br />

in the military, the museum exhibit includes samples of medals and<br />

provides opportunities for individuals to participate by donating medals<br />

that are currently not on display.<br />

The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday and is located on<br />

Hatteras Island. For more information, visit the web site at www.<br />

nativeamericanmuseum.org or call 252-995-4440.<br />

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32 <strong>Albemarle</strong> <strong>Tradewinds</strong> <strong>July</strong> <strong>2017</strong> albemarletradewinds.com

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