THE CODE

THE CODE

3/3/2015

link

https://www.theverge.com/2015/1/7/7483235/the-code-colombian-army-morsecode-hostages

summary

This article recounts a fascinating story about a Colombian army officer who used Morse code to communicate with hostages during a tense standoff with guerrilla fighters. The officer's quick thinking and ability to tap out messages in code under pressure played a crucial role in ensuring the safety of the hostages. The article highlights the significance of Morse code as a form of communication, especially in situations where electronic devices are unavailable or compromised. It emphasizes the officer's ingenuity and resourcefulness in utilizing an unconventional method to communicate effectively and protect lives.

tags

colombian army ꞏ morse code ꞏ hostages ꞏ rescue mission ꞏ military operation ꞏ encryption ꞏ code breaking ꞏ communication ꞏ crisis situation ꞏ hostage situation ꞏ intelligence gathering ꞏ covert operations ꞏ military strategy ꞏ colombian conflict ꞏ special forces ꞏ emergency response ꞏ tactical training ꞏ military technology ꞏ military intelligence ꞏ military history ꞏ military tactics ꞏ military rescue ꞏ military communication ꞏ crisis management ꞏ information security ꞏ military operations ꞏ hostage negotiation ꞏ military precision ꞏ military signals ꞏ military training ꞏ morse code decoding