Cryptoquip Answer for 01/21/2026

AB JCYMFPEY GCMFPX….. (Please refer to your newspaper for complete puzzle.)

TODAY’S CLUE: J = C

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ANSWER: IF COUSTEAU HOSTED A FAIRLY RISQUE RADIO PROGRAM, YOU MIGHT CALL HIM “SHOCK JOCK JACQUES.”

Jacques Cousteau

June 11, 1910 – June 25, 1997 • aged 87

Who He Was

Jacques Cousteau was a French naval officer, explorer, filmmaker, and environmentalist who helped bring the underwater world to the public for the first time.

Undersea Exploration

Cousteau transformed ocean exploration by documenting marine life in its natural environment, revealing ecosystems few people had ever seen.

The Aqualung

He co-developed the Aqualung, an early self-contained underwater breathing system that allowed divers to explore deeper and longer than ever before.

Films & Television

Through documentaries and television series, Cousteau educated millions about the oceans, combining science, adventure, and storytelling.

Environmental Advocacy

Later in life, he became a strong voice for ocean conservation, warning about pollution, overfishing, and the damage caused by human activity.

Legacy

Jacques Cousteau reshaped how the world viewed the oceans, inspiring generations of scientists, divers, and environmentalists.