Elizebeth Smith Friedman

Elizebeth Smith Friedman (August 26, 1892 – October 31, 1980) was an American cryptanalyst and author who deciphered enemy codes in both World Wars and helped to solve international smuggling cases during Prohibition. Over the course of her career, she worked for the United States Treasury, Coast Guard, Navy and Army, and the International Monetary Fund. She has been called "America's first female cryptanalyst".

Elizebeth Smith Friedman
Born
Elizebeth Smith

(1892-08-26)August 26, 1892
DiedOctober 31, 1980(1980-10-31) (aged 88)
Plainfield, New Jersey U.S.
NationalityAmerican
OccupationCryptanalyst
Years active19161971:10–11,334–337
Known for"America's first female cryptanalyst"
SpouseWilliam F. Friedman
Children2
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