Don't forget to register for upcoming cryptologic programs, plus more news.
Don't forget to register for upcoming cryptologic programs, plus more news.
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EDUCATE ~ STIMULATE ~ COMMEMORATE
MARCH 2019, ISSUE 80
Dear Friend ~ Welcome to the latest issue of the NCMF Web Link e-newsletter. This edition includes a Spring Cryptologic Program reminder, details about the 2019 Schorreck Lecture Speaker Series, information about Shannon M. Kent's death and the ceremony to honor her and add her name to the Cryptologic Memorial Wall, and a celebration of Women's History Month.
And as always, please remember to check out what's new on the blog & cryptologic bytes. Or keep up with recent articles and news in the Explore What's New section on our home page.
Need to renew your NCMF membership? You can join or renew securely online. You can also make a donation to the Foundation's general fund or specify your donation for the new museum project.
The dates for several of this year's cryptologic programs are included toward the end of this letter. We hope to see you soon!
CTICS SHANNON M. KENT HONORED ON NSA's
CRYPTOLOGIC MEMORIAL WALL
Shannon Kent on Memorial Wall Shannon M. Kent
US Navy Senior Chief Cryptologic Technician (Interpretive) Shannon M. Kent was honored on 28 Feb 2019 at a ceremony at the National Security Agency during which her name became the 177th on the Cryptologic Memorial Wall.
Kent is one of only three women listed on the wall that honors military and civilian cryptologists who were killed in the line of duty since WWII - "serving in silence" and making the ultimate sacrifice. Kent was an Arabic linguist with Fort Meade's Cryptologic Warfare Activity 66 and was performing intelligence work related to tracking ISIS remnants when she was killed during a suicide bombing in Syria in January 2019. Her death has brought more attention to the role played by women like her who support elite outfits.
Kent's death has also placed a spotlight on another issue related to DoD medical standards. Kent had applied to the Navy's psychology program, but did not meet medical standards due to a prior bout with thyroid cancer. However, she was deemed healthy enough to be deployed and was then killed in the line of duty. Prior to her death, Kent had submitted a request to establish a waiver process. Her death has prompted the Navy to initiate a process to appeal the DoD standards and get a second medical opinion. LEARN MORE.
*** 27 MARCH PROGRAM REMINDER ***
Registration deadline is 25 March
Rick Estberg
If you have not yet registered for our 2019 Spring Cryptologic Program on 27 March, we encourage you to check out the details and register by 25 March. The program takes place in Annapolis Junction, MD and features guest speaker Mr. C. Eric "Rick" Estberg. Rick's presentation will be based on his book, Berlin Daze, which recounts dozens of his adventures and unique experiences over a seven-year period in walled West Berlin, both as an Army NCO, and as an NSA civilian. A book-signing and lunch will follow the presentation. Registration is $25 and includes lunch. Books will be available to purchase for $20. 
Please click on the "More Program Details" button below for more details about about Rick and his presentation. Please also share this program information with friends and colleagues. A downloadable flyer about the program is available on our website. Click the "Register Now" button for secure online registration. Please call 301-688-5436 with any questions.
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2019 SCHORRECK LECTURE SPEAKER SERIES - 10 MAY 2019
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Tony Comer speaks at 2019 Schorreck
The 2019 Henry F. Schorreck Lecture Speaker Series: GCHQ 1919-2019: Reflections at the Start of Our Second Century, presented by Tony Comer, GCHQ Historian, will take place on 10 May 2019 from 4:00-6:00pm at the National Cryptologic Museum in Ft. Meade, MD. A full house is anticipated and thus, registration (free) is required. Please CLICK HERE for details.
CELEBRATE WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH WITH US
Women's History Month
Do you know which famous "woman of cryptology" was also a Shakespeare enthusiast who co-authored a book about Shakespearean ciphers? Or who is often referred to as the "Queen of Code," and is known for popularizing the term "debugging" a computer? Learn more about these female pioneers and leaders in cryptology (and related fields) on a special page of our website dedicated to celebrating them during #WomensHistoryMonth and all year long. The page includes related resources such as articles, relevant books, and more. LEARN MORE.
SAVE THE DATE
2019 Armed Forces & National Police Day Celebration
2019 AF Day
UPCOMING DATES, PROGRAMS, REUNIONS, & MORE
  • 27 MARCH 2019 - NCMF Spring 2019 Cryptologic Program. MORE.
  • 25 APRIL-2 MAY 2019 - Reunion of AF Veterans from tours on Crete. MORE.
  • 10 MAY 2019 - CCH Schorreck Lecture Speaker Series with Tony Comer. MORE.
  • 18 MAY 2019 - Armed Forces & National Police Day Annual Celebration. MORE.
  • JUNE 2019 - Stay tuned for details about the NCMF Summer Program.
  • 16 OCT 2019 - NCMF Membership Meeting & Annual Symposium. Stay tuned.
  • 17-18 OCT 2019 - CCH Symposium on Cryptologic History. MORE.
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