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The Code Talkers Before WWII: Native American Soldiers in World War I

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3. The Comanche and Cherokee Contributions

3. The Comanche and Cherokee Contributions
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The Comanche and Cherokee soldiers also played critical roles in World War I code talking. Using their distinct languages for secure communications, these tribes added another layer of complexity that further baffled enemy forces. Their linguistic diversity ensured that Allied messages remained protected from interception. These early efforts from multiple tribes showed the collective strength and adaptability of Native American soldiers. For more information, visit the National Museum of the American Indian.

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