American Secrets

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  Dates & times
  Category Local Interest
  Age Groups Adult, Teen

 

Thursday, August 8, 2024

Start time: 7:00 PM – Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Location: Wright Library’s Community Room OR REGISTER TO ATTEND VIRTUALLY

The History of American Cryptology from the Revolutionary War through the 20th Century

Join Wright Library and the National Cryptologic Museum (NCM) for a virtual tour of America’s involvement in cryptology from the Revolutionary War through the 20th century. The NCM, part of the National Security Agency, collects, preserves, and showcases unique cryptologic artifacts and shares the stories of the people, technology, and methods that have defined cryptologic history. 

Patrons can attend in person to watch the livestreamed event or join from home using Zoom. REGISTER TO ATTEND VIRTUALLY

Presented in partnership with Oakwood Unsung Heroes. 


ABOUT OAKWOOD UNSUNG HEROES

Oakwood Unsung Heroes is a citizen's group dedicated to raising awareness of the local, national, and international impact of Oakwood's notable residents, starting with Joseph Desch, an NCR scientist and WWII codebreaker. For more information about Unsung Oakwood Heroes or to assist in this effort, please email UnsungOakwoodHeroes@gmail.com


2025 programming from the National Cryptologic Museum and Wright Library:

January 16, 2025 - Battle of Codes 

March 19, 2025 - Sharing the Burden

May 8, 2025 - Solving the Enigma
May is Codebreakers Month!