101-year-old Navajo Code Talker honored in Phoenix
President Reagan designated Aug. 14 to honor Navajo code talkers and other Native Americans who served in World War II.
PHOENIX (AP) — All eyes were on Navajo Code Talker Thomas H. Begay. The 101-year-old veteran saluted while the national anthem played on Friday, kicking off a day of recognition honoring him and the other Navajo recruits who famously used their native language to keep military secrets during World War II.