Chester Nez and the Unbreakable Code

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Who is Chester Nez?

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Chester Nez was a Navajo code talker who helped develop the Navajo code used during World War II.

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What character trait describes Chester Nez?

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Brave

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What was the Navajo code?

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A secret code developed by Navajo soldiers to communicate during World War II.

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What was one important event in Chester's life?

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He helped develop the Navajo code that helped win the war.

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What language did the marines need speakers of?

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English and Navajo

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How many Navajos were in Platoon 382?

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29 Navajos including Chester Nez.

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Why was the Navajo code important?

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It was unbreakable and helped the U.S. military communicate securely during the war.

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What role did Chester Nez play in World War II?

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He served as a code talker, using the Navajo language to send messages.

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What does 'code talker' mean?

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A person who uses a language to create a code for secure communication.

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What was the outcome of using the Navajo code?

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It contributed to the success of U.S. forces in the Pacific theater.