Navajo Code Talkers in World War II - Personal Experiences - 20240808

Discover the remarkable experiences of one of the last surviving Navajo code talkers from World War II in this captivating 1 hour and 35 minute talk. Hear firsthand accounts from Peter MacDonald Sr., who enlisted in the U.S. military at just 15 years old after growing up on a Navajo reservation in Arizona. Learn about the crucial role Navajo code talkers played in the war effort and gain insight into the significance of Navajo Code Talkers Day, celebrated annually on August 14. Explore the unique contributions of Native American soldiers during World War II and delve into an important chapter of U.S. history through the eyes of a true American hero.