Brynn Baker

Navajo Code Talkers: Secret American Indian Heroes of World War II Brynn Baker

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.; Discusses the heroic actions and experiences of the Navajo code talkers and the impact they made during times of war and conflict--; Provided by publisher.; Ages 8-10. Publisher Marketing: During World War II, the Japanese military cracked the codes used by the American Army and Navy, but never the Marines. What made the Marines code different? They used Navajo Code Talkers, specially recruited American Indian soldiers who used their language to send and receive top-secret messages. Infographics, sidebars, and fact boxes bring the experiences of these brave military men to life." Contributor Bio:  Baker, Brynn Brynn Baker earned a degree in Journalism from the University of Minnesota. She has published feature stories for wildlife sanctuaries, and has edited several children s books. She is a passionate volunteer for animal rescues and an outdoor enthusiast, always looking for her next adventure in nature. She lives in Lonsdale, Minnesota, with her husband, three boys, and three pets.