My initial visit to El Pueblo Motel, the site of the inception of the Navajo Code Talkers, was actually quite sad. In my optimistic enthusiasm, I expected some Code Talker brochures, a placard on the wall proudly announcing the site's importance, perhaps even some photos of the key folk who helped create the Code Talker Warriors. Was I mistaken. The manager/caretaker (who spoke little English) knew nothing of the Code Talkers at all, much less of their connection with the motel. The motel itself is deteriorating. If folk want to make it a historic site, it needs to be done sooner than later.
Who in Flagstaff is invested in making this a designated historic site honoring the Navajo Code talkers? City council? Historic society? Or shall we just let it fade away to nothingness? It deserves at least a plaque.
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