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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.
The National Cryptologic Foundation is a private 501(c)(3) organization not affiliated with the U.S. Federal Government.
THE NCF VISION
Advance the nation’s interest in cyber and cryptology through leadership, education, and partnerships.
Annual Reunion of the Navy Cryptologic Veterans Association
This year's annual reunion of the Navy Cryptologic Veteran's Association will be held at the Double Tree by Hilton in Portland, Maine, June 4-9, 2019. See the link below to visit the event website for more details and to register to attend.
This annual event features a NCVA Ship's Store, daily hospitality room, area tours, special events for spouses, Banquet on Saturday, June 9th and this year a real Maine Clam Bake/Lobster Feast. There will also be plenty to do and see in and around Portland.
On Saturday, June 9th - Presentation of the:
*. Captain Joseph Rochefort Information Warfare Officer Distinguished Leadership Award
*. On-the-Roof-Gang Navy and Marine Cryptologist of the Year
*. U.S. NCVA Award for Cryptologic Support Excellence
Also to be recognized during the presentations will be James S. Walters, the 2018 Winner of the Radio Club of America U.S. Navy Captain George P. McGinnis Memorial Award.
Cryptologic Veterans Groups meeting concurrently:
*. Naval Reserve Cryptologic Veterans Association
*. NSGA Philippines Veterans
*. NSGA Submarine Veterans
For more information and to register, please visit the reunion website link below.
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).
