The U.S. Army base formerly known as Fort Bragg has been renamed Fort Roland L. Bragg to honor a World War II hero. Initially named after Confederate General Braxton Bragg, the base underwent a name change to Fort Liberty in 2023 as part of a broader initiative. The latest renaming recognizes the bravery of Pfc. Roland L. Bragg, who served in the Battle of the Bulge. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasized the importance of honoring service members' sacrifices and maintaining the base's historical legacy.
'That's right: Bragg is back,' Hegseth said as he signed the document on board a military aircraft, in a video shared by the Department of Defense.
The memorandum that Hegseth signed suggests the name change is both an ode to Bragg's service and the legacy of the military base at which he was stationed.
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