Once, their language was silenced. Children were punished for speaking it. Their words were called “wrong.” Yet during World War II, that same language became a shield. A code so complex that it could not be broken. A voice that helped save thousands of lives and protect a nation. These were the Navajo Code Talkers — brave men of the Navajo Nation who used their native language to create an unbreakable code for the U.S. Marines. For decades, their contribution remained classified and their sacrifices went largely unrecognized. But history remembers the truth: The language they were once forbidden to speak became the language that helped win a war. This is not just a story of war. It is a story of resilience, identity, and dignity. A reminder that cultures should never be erased — because what is silenced today may save lives tomorrow. Honor. Remember. Respect. #NavajoCodeTalkers #IndigenousHistory