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EDUCATE
...our citizens to be cyber smart, and develop pathways for the future cyber workforce.
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ENGAGE
...and convene partners to address emerging cyber and cryptologic issues.
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COMMEMORATE
...our cryptologic history & those who served within the cryptologic community.
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NCF NEWS & BLOG
The AI March 2025 Convening was a great success! What an incredible gathering and sharing of expertise and insights. Check out some early photo highlights from "Accelerating National Security AI Adoption." Many thanks to everyone who has participated.
The NCF engaged with educators in March 2025 at the Common Ground conference in Ocean City, MD and presented a special session about digital safety which was well-received.
Cybersecurity took center stage at the National STEM Festival sponsored by Booz Allen Hamilton in March 2025 where NCF Education Director Dr. Alisha Jordan was a featured speaker.
The NCF participated in the Palmetto Cyber Conference on 17 March 2025 with NCF CEO Laura Nelson presenting the afternoon keynote address and NCF Education Director Alisha Jordan providing a session on Empowering Cyber Literacy.
Cryptologic & Cyber Dates in History
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19 April 1862: Confederate Signal Corps was established. The Confederate Signal Corps accomplished tactical and strategic communications for the warring armies, including electromagnetic telegraphy and aerial telegraphy ("wig-wag" signaling).