American naval officer and cryptanalyst (1900–1976)
For the Canadian politician, see Joseph Irenée Rochefort.
Joseph Rochefort
Born
(1900-05-12)May 12, 1900 Dayton, Ohio, U.S.
Died
July 20, 1976(1976-07-20) (aged 76) Torrance, California, U.S.
Buried
Inglewood Park Cemetery
Allegiance
United States
Service/branch
United States Navy
Years of service
1918–1947 1950–1953
Rank
Captain
Commands held
Station Hypo USS ABSD-2
Battles/wars
World War II Korean War
Awards
Navy Distinguished Service Medal Legion of Merit Presidential Medal of Freedom
Joseph John Rochefort (May 12, 1900[1] – July 20, 1976) was an American naval officer and cryptanalyst. He was a major figure in the United States Navy's cryptographic and intelligence operations from 1925 to 1946, particularly in the Battle of Midway. His contributions and those of his team were pivotal to victory in the Pacific War.
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in use by Germany. The first to break the cipher in history. John JosephRochefort US, made major contributions to the break into JN-25 after the attack...
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