Code talker

Chester Nez

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Code talker

by Chester Nez

Published

2011

Publisher

Berkley Caliber

Pages

310

ISBN-13

9780425244234

Description

Chester Nez, the last surviving member of the original twenty-nine code talkers, discusses his life growing up in the Checkerboard Area of the Navajo reservation, and shares the story of how he helped the United States develop and implement a secret military language based on his native language during World War II that became the only unbroken code in modern warfare.

Subjects

CryptographyUnited States. Marine CorpsNavajo IndiansNavajo code talkersIndian ParticipationUnited StatesAmerican Personal narrativesWorld War, 1939-1945MarinesBiographyMilitary participationIndianPersonal narrativesUnited states, marine corps, biographyWorld war, 1939-1945, personal narratives, americanIndians of north america, southwest, newIndians of north america, biography
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in Code talker?

This edition of Code talker has approximately 310 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.

How long does it take to read Code talker?

For most readers, Code talker typically takes between 6h 28m and 4h 18m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 77,500 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 10m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 11 days • Estimated word count: 77,500 words

Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.

What is the word count of Code talker?

The estimated word count for Code talker is approximately 77,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.

This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.

Who is the author of Code talker?

Code talker was written by Chester Nez.

When was Code talker published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2011. The original work may have been published on a different date.