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Thomas H. Begay & Nonobah Begay

A Navajo Code Talker reflects on his service to America at Iwo Jima during World War II

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Iwo Jima
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About Thomas H. Begay & Nonobah Begay

Thomas and Nonobah Begay are Navajo Indians, from Gallup, New Mexico. Thomas was one of the legendary Navajo Code Talkers of World War II. By relaying top secret military messages in their Navajo language, the Code Talkers prevented enemy troops from ever deciphering transmissions.

Tribal Affiliation

Navajo

Hometown

Gallup, New Mexico

Occupation

U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Army Airborne (retired)

Region

Southwest