Inside The Vault: Secret Messages, Ciphers, Codes, and Cryptology in American History

Throughout American history, secret messages, ciphers, codes, and cryptology have played crucial roles in various secret events and operations. From the Revolutionary War to modern times, these techniques have been used to protect sensitive information and ensure secure communication. In partnership with the National Cryptologic Museum, join us as we explore these exciting topics. Moderated by Vincent Houghton, Director, National Cryptologic Museum, panelists include National Cryptologic Museum experts Jen Wilcox, Director of Education; Rob Simpson, Chief Librarian/Archivist; and MacKenzie Fox, Director of Preservation and Conservation. This program is made possible in part by the National Archives Foundation.