Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

William Friedman Biography and Timeline

Follow William Friedman through 3 dated historical records for United States of America.

William Friedman, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

3Distinct records
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1941–1941Years on this page

1941

Devises a code breaker for breaking Japanese diplomatic code

Warfare / World War, 2nd

Devises a code breaker for breaking Japanese diplomatic code

Role range: 1939-1945

Enigma Machine

United States of America · Warfare / World War, 2nd

Meets Denniston during follow-up Anglo-American cryptanalytic discussions that deepen Enigma cooperation.

Role range: 1939-1945

Invention of Code Breaker

Warfare / World War, 2nd

Devises a code breaker for breaking Japanese diplomatic code

Role range: 1939-1945

Records, sources and methodology

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