Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced the renaming of Fort Liberty in North Carolina to its original name, Fort Bragg, originally named after Confederate General Braxton Bragg. This action follows a 2022 directive from former Pentagon head Lloyd Austin. While Hegseth declared 'Bragg is back,' the base is now named after World War II veteran Roland L. Bragg, who distinguished himself serving during the war, receiving the Silver Star for his valor. Hegseth's memorandum emphasized honoring the historical significance of the installation as well.
On Monday evening, Hegseth announced the change had been made. The former Fox News host signed a memo and declared, Bragg is back! He said, There it is!
Hegseth's Memo read: Pursuant to the authority of the Secretary of Defense, Title 10, United States Code, Section 113, I direct the Army to change the name of Fort Liberty, North Carolina, to Fort Bragg.
The document revealed Fort Bragg would be named after a World War II veteran named Roland Bragg...who served with great distinction during World War II.
Pfc. Bragg fought with distinction in the European theater of operations. He received the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry.
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