Phalaenopsis orchids, also known as moth orchids, are a magical and enchanting species of flowers. Their unique beauty and ability to bloom for months on end have captivated the imaginations of people all over the world. Phalaenopsis orchids are native to Southeast Asia and can also be found in some parts of Australia. They have long, arching stems with large, waxy flowers that come in a wide range of colors, including white, pink, purple, and yellow. Each flower has a distinctive shape and pattern, making it a true wonder of nature. One of the magical aspects of Phalaenopsis orchids is their ability to survive and thrive in a variety of environments.
In the 1930s and 1940s, Navajo life changed rapidly. Livestock reduction under John Collier, head of the Bureau of Indian Affairs, set in motion a trauma comparable to that of the Long Walk of the 1860s. Because Navajo wealth was measured in sheep, many of the people found it difficult to accept soil erosion and overgrazing as sufficient justification to slaughter their herds. Government agents drove thousands of animals into side canyons and annihilated large portions of individual flocks, thus removing the economic base of many Navajo families. This, coupled with World War II, encouraged many Navajos during the 1940s and 1950s to seek wage labor off the reservation. Some served as migrant workers in seasonal harvesting, others went to cities for employment in factories, while others helped with railroad construction and operations. Males were usually the ones who left, while the women eked out a bare existence on the family holdings, working in economic cooperation with extended family members who were collectively known as an outfit.
Some served as migrant workers in seasonal harvesting, others went to cities for employment in factories, while others helped with railroad construction and operations. Because Navajo wealth was measured in sheep, many of the people found it difficult to accept soil erosion and overgrazing as sufficient justification to slaughter their herds.
One of the magical aspects of Phalaenopsis orchids is their ability to survive and thrive in a variety of environments. They are epiphytic plants, which means that they grow on other plants but do not rely on them for nutrients. Instead, they obtain moisture and nutrients from the air and rain.
Naval History and Heritage Command
Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Peleliu, Iwo Jima: the Navajo code talkers took part in every assault the U.S. Marines conducted in the Pacific from 1942 to 1945. They served in all six Marine divisions, Marine Raider battalions and Marine parachute units, transmitting messages by telephone and radio in their native language a code that the Japanese never broke. The idea to use Navajo for secure communications came from Philip Johnston, the son of a missionary to the Navajos and one of the few non-Navajos who spoke their language fluently. Johnston, reared on the Navajo reservation, was a World War I veteran who knew of the military's search for a code that would withstand all attempts to decipher it. He also knew that Native American languages notably Choctaw had been used in World War I to encode messages. Johnston believed Navajo answered the military requirement for an undecipherable code because Navajo is an unwritten language of extreme complexity. Its syntax and tonal qualities, not to mention dialects, make it unintelligible to anyone without extensive exposure and training. It has no alphabet or symbols, and is spoken only on the Navajo lands of the American Southwest. One estimate indicates that less than 30 non-Navajos, none of them Japanese, could understand the language at the outbreak of World War II. Early in 1942, Johnston met with Major General Clayton B. Vogel, the commanding general of Amphibious Corps, Pacific Fleet, and his staff to convince them of the Navajo language's value as code. Johnston staged tests under simulated combat conditions, demonstrating that Navajos could encode, transmit, and decode a three-line English message in 20 seconds. Machines of the time required 30 minutes to perform the same job. Convinced, Vogel recommended to the Commandant of the Marine Corps that the Marines recruit 200 Navajos. In May 1942, the first 29 Navajo recruits attended boot camp. Then, at Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, California, this first group created the Navajo code. They developed a dictionary and numerous words for military terms. The dictionary and all code words had to be memorized during training. Once a Navajo code talker completed his training, he was sent to a Marine unit deployed in the Pacific theater. The code talkers' primary job was to talk, transmitting information on tactics and troop movements, orders and other vital battlefield communications over telephones and radios. They also acted as messengers, and performed general Marine duties. Praise for their skill, speed and accuracy accrued throughout the war. At Iwo Jima, Major Howard Connor, 5th Marine Division signal officer, declared, "Were it not for the Navajos, the Marines would never have taken Iwo Jima." Connor had six Navajo code talkers working around the clock during the first two days of the battle. Those six sent and received over 800 messages, all without error. The Japanese, who were skilled code breakers, remained baffled by the Navajo language. The Japanese chief of intelligence, Lieutenant General Seizo Arisue, said that while they were able to decipher the codes used by the U.S. Army and Army Air Corps, they never cracked the code used by the Marines. The Navajo code talkers even stymied a Navajo soldier taken prisoner at Bataan. (About 20 Navajos served in the U.S. Army in the Philippines.) The Navajo soldier, forced to listen to the jumbled words of talker transmissions, said to a code talker after the war, "I never figured out what you guys who got me into all that trouble were saying." In 1942, there were about 50,000 Navajo tribe members. As of 1945, about 540 Navajos served as Marines. From 375 to 420 of those trained as code talkers; the rest served in other capacities. Navajo remained potentially valuable as code even after the war. For that reason, the code talkers, whose skill and courage saved both American lives and military engagements, only recently earned recognition from the Government and the public.
The Navajo Code Talker's Dictionary
When a Navajo code talker received a message, what he heard was a string of seemingly unrelated Navajo words. The code talker first had to translate each Navajo word into its English equivalent. Then he used only the first letter of the English equivalent in spelling an English word. Thus, the Navajo words "wol-la-chee" (ant), "be-la-sana" (apple) and "tse-nill" (axe) all stood for the letter "a." One way to say the word "Navy" in Navajo code would be "tsah (needle) wol-la-chee (ant) ah-keh-di- glini (victor) tsah-ah-dzoh (yucca)." Most letters had more than one Navajo word representing them. Not all words had to be spelled out letter by letter. The developers of the original code assigned Navajo words to represent about 450 frequently used military terms that did not exist in the Navajo language. Several examples: "besh- lo" (iron fish) meant "submarine," "dah-he- tih-hi" (hummingbird) meant "fighter plane" and "debeh-li-zine" (black street) meant "squad."
Department of Defense Honors Navajo Veterans
Long unrecognized because of the continued value of their language as a security classified code, the Navajo code talkers of World War II were honored for their contributions to defense on Sept. 17, 1992, at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C. Thirty-five code talkers, all veterans of the U.S. Marine Corps, attended the dedication of the Navajo code talker exhibit. The exhibit includes a display of photographs, equipment and the original code, along with an explanation of how the code worked. Dedication ceremonies included speeches by the then-Deputy Secretary of Defense Donald Atwood, U.S. Senator John McCain of Arizona and Navajo President Peterson Zah. The Navajo veterans and their families traveled to the ceremony from their homes on the Navajo Reservation, which includes parts of Arizona, New Mexico and Utah. The Navajo code talker exhibit is a regular stop on the Pentagon tour. Prepared by the Navy & Marine Corps WWII Commemorative Committee. [END]
Spaniards and Mexicans occasionally pursued Navajos into the northern part of their territory, but it was not until the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo at the end of the Mexican War in 1848 that Anglo-Americans were prompted to take action against Navajo raiders. The Mormon colonies of southwestern Utah and the settlers of New Mexico and Arizona reacted against the Navajo by sending military expeditions to halt the threat. Kit Carson and Ute Indian Agent Alfred Pfeiffer encouraged the antagonism already felt by the Utes against their Navajo neighbors. Although the military launched a number of campaigns, it was the continuous pressure of Native American and New Mexican allies that finally caused the massive surrender of an estimated two-thirds of the Navajo population, 8,000 of whom went on the Long Walk before finally being incarcerated at Fort Sumner, New Mexico.
This adaptive trait allows them to grow in trees, on rocks, and in any other suitable location. Another magical aspect of Phalaenopsis orchids is their ability to bloom for extended periods. With proper care, these orchids can produce flowers that last for several months, bringing beauty and joy to any setting. Their flowers have a delicate fragrance that adds to their enchanting appeal. Caring for Phalaenopsis orchids requires some knowledge and effort, but the rewards are well worth it. They prefer bright but indirect light, as direct sunlight can damage their delicate flowers and leaves. They also require high humidity and moderate temperatures to thrive. Regular watering and fertilization are essential for keeping them healthy and promoting continuous blooming. Furthermore, Phalaenopsis orchids have become popular as houseplants due to their long-lasting blooms and minimal care requirements. They can be grown in pots or mounted on pieces of cork or tree fern. With their magical appearance and charm, they make stunning decorative additions to homes, offices, and events. In conclusion, Phalaenopsis orchids possess a magical aura that captivates all who encounter them. From their stunning beauty to their ability to bloom for extended periods, these orchids provide a sense of wonder and enchantment. Taking care of these plants and witnessing their magical growth can bring joy and happiness to any plant lover..
Reviews for "The Metamorphosis of Phalaenopsis Magic"
1. John Smith - 2/5 stars - I found "Phalaenopsis Magic Ary" to be incredibly confusing and hard to follow. The story seemed to jump around without any clear direction, and I struggled to connect with the characters. Additionally, the writing style felt disjointed and difficult to read. I wanted to enjoy this book, but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations.
2. Emily Johnson - 1/5 stars - I'm sorry to say that "Phalaenopsis Magic Ary" was a complete disappointment for me. The plot was convoluted and didn't make much sense, and the characters were poorly developed. I found myself constantly questioning the motivations and actions of the protagonists, which made it difficult to stay engaged with the story. Overall, I would not recommend this book to others.
3. Alex Thompson - 2/5 stars - Although "Phalaenopsis Magic Ary" had an interesting concept, the execution left much to be desired. The pacing was uneven, with long stretches of exposition followed by rushed action scenes. The dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to connect with the characters. Ultimately, this book failed to capture my attention and left me feeling unsatisfied.
4. Sarah Scott - 3/5 stars - While "Phalaenopsis Magic Ary" had its moments, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was missing. The world-building was intriguing, but it lacked depth and detail. The characters showed promise but were ultimately forgettable. The writing style had potential, but it didn't fully deliver. Overall, this book fell short of my expectations, but I can see how others might enjoy it.
5. Michael Williams - 2/5 stars - "Phalaenopsis Magic Ary" started off strong, but it quickly lost its momentum. The plot had potential, but it became convoluted and confusing as the story progressed. I struggled to stay invested in the characters and found their actions and motivations hard to believe. The writing style was also jarring at times, which made it difficult to fully immerse myself in the book. Overall, I was disappointed with this read.