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The cipher machine SIGABA, developed in the late 1930s and used by the American government for the encryption and decryption of secret messages from World War II through the 1950s. Photograph, mid or late 20th century


The cipher machine SIGABA, developed in the late 1930s and used by the American government for the encryption and decryption of secret messages from World War II through the 1950s. Photograph, mid or late 20th century


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The cipher machine SIGABA, developed in the late 1930s and used by the American government for the encryption and decryption of secret messages from World War II through the 1950s. Photograph, mid or late 20th century

CRYPTOGRAPHY: SIGABA.
The cipher machine SIGABA, developed in the late 1930s and used by the American government for the encryption and decryption of secret messages from World War II through the 1950s. Photograph, mid or late 20th century

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Media ID 7794419

Breaker Code Cold War Communication Dial Invention Keyboard Machine Message Object Type Writer Wireless World War Ii Cipher Cryptography Spying


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This photograph captures the essence of secrecy and innovation during a pivotal time in history. The image showcases the cipher machine SIGABA, an ingenious invention developed in the late 1930s that played a crucial role in American government communications from World War II through the Cold War era. The SIGABA was not just any ordinary machine; it was a groundbreaking encryption and decryption device used to safeguard top-secret messages. Its intricate design allowed for secure communication by transforming plain text into complex codes, ensuring that only authorized individuals could decipher them. With its sleek keyboard and dial breaker mechanism, this remarkable piece of technology revolutionized cryptography. It became an indispensable tool for spies and intelligence agencies as they navigated through treacherous times filled with espionage and international tensions. As we gaze at this mid or late 20th-century photograph, we are transported back to an era where every word carried immense weight, where information held power over nations. This print is more than just a historical artifact; it represents human ingenuity harnessed to protect vital secrets during some of the most significant events of our time. Thanks to The Granger Collection's Carousel collection, we can now appreciate this extraordinary object that forever changed how governments communicated covertly. Let us marvel at its significance while acknowledging its contribution to shaping our world today.

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