Deseret News | Navajo Code Talkers break silence for Veterans Day

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Navajo Code Talkers break silence for Veterans Day

USMC Retired | 10:40 p.m. Nov. 10, 2009

Each one of these men is a real hero!

God bless the USA!

Grateful American | 11:04 p.m. Nov. 10, 2009

We owe so such gratitude to the Navajo code talkers, for their dedication and sacrifices to this great country. The Marine Corps. is sure proud to have had them as part of their legacy. Thank you is not enough for your faithful service and your ability to change the course of history and preserve the lives of so many Americans. We will forever be thankful, and WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU!!!

Marine mom | 11:18 p.m. Nov. 10, 2009

What a Legacy for them to leave behind! What a part of history (for good) to have been able to be part of. Please know that this nation is deeply grateful for your sacrifice and dedication! HAPPY VETERANS DAY!! CODE TALKERS! and many more!!!!!

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Code Talker heroes | 12:37 a.m. Nov. 11, 2009

Thank you for your service, and I look forward to visiting the new Code Talker museum in New Mexico when it is ready.

We owe them more. | 5:42 a.m. Nov. 11, 2009

While I was in the military serving my country is the first time I had ever heard of the code talkers during training and they have been neglected far too long for their contributions to america and their own nations. But having been sworn to secrecy and how much native americans value their oaths is no real surprise. These heroes deserve much more than medals of honor, they deserve the greatest respect as a nation with values.

Any soldier going to war for his country is a hero in my book. They face every adversity there is to being human and a soldier.

Today is one day of the year that all soldiers deserve our thanks and honor. It's too bad though that many americans choose not to serve their country and earn the pride of being an american. Personally, I would like to see it mandatory for all americans to serve their country as soldiers, even our presidents. It gives a whole new meaning to our constitution and what it says.

Code Talkers | 6:19 a.m. Nov. 11, 2009

Honor.

Pride.

Faithful.

Duty.

Hozho.

We are grateful.

Cosmo | 7:57 a.m. Nov. 11, 2009

My Father was a Marine during WWII, and he spoke with gratitude of these men and their courage,and talent. He was on Saipan, and Iwo Jima, and was thankful, for these fine men, and the great service they provided.

code talkers yes | 8:09 a.m. Nov. 11, 2009

Remember: the Lakota did the same thing, they just didn't get the pr.

Cosmo | 9:13 a.m. Nov. 11, 2009

Re:code talkers yes;It is true many in life are missed and forgotten, but those that were there have not ,nor does God forget!Their honor is intact!

Honor | 7:57 p.m. Nov. 11, 2009

Thank your for your service code talkers!

american girl | 8:32 p.m. Nov. 12, 2009

Yes, I also agree on appreciating the code talkers! And it really is an honor.

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Navajo Code Talker Joe Vandever, left, performs a Navajo blessing in New York Tuesday. They were there to take part for the first time in the nation's largest Veterans Day parade.