ULTRA (intelligence project)

ULTRA was a secret British intelligence project during World War II that focused on decoding encrypted German military communications, particularly those using the Enigma machine. By developing advanced methods and employing valuable intercepted messages, ULTRA allowed Allies to gain critical insights into German plans, troop movements, and operations. This intelligence significantly contributed to Allied successes and shortened the war. ULTRA's work involved sophisticated decryption techniques and innovation, and its success remained a closely guarded secret during and after the conflict, highlighting its importance in modern signals intelligence.