Description: 5x3 Index card that reads "R.O. Hawthorne Navajo Code Talker, 1st Dic. USMC, Semper Fi!" in black ink. Excellent condition. Roy Hawthorne volunteered for the military he wanted to be a submariner in the Navy, inspired by his love for the book Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne. However, he was channeled into the Marine Corps, as Navajo speakers were needed for the Code Talker program. He completed training and was assigned to H&S Company, 7th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, and met up with his unit on the already-secured island of Guadalcanal. There he conducted training with his unit as they prepared for the massive battle to come on Okinawa. During the Battle of Okinawa, Hawthorne remembers that all calls for fire support had to be sent using the Navajo Code due to the Japanese skill at intercepting American radio communications. He also recalls taking part in the intense fighting on Dakeshi Ridge, where he called in a critical airstrike using the Navajo Code. Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Authentics.
Price: 56.25 USD
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
End Time: 2024-12-30T21:44:03.000Z
Shipping Cost: 10 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Profession: Literature
Signed by: Roy O. Hawthorne
Signed: Yes
Autograph Authentication: yes
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
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