Defense Sec. Hegseth signs order to rename Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg, but with a twist

Category: Military News

Fort Liberty will be renamed back to Fort Bragg, honoring Private First Class Roland L. Bragg for his bravery during World War II. The decision, signed by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, reverses the 2023 name change that was part of a broader initiative to rename military installations named after Confederate figures. The renaming process has raised concerns about costs and efficiency.

Keywords: Fort Bragg, name change, Roland L. Bragg

Source: WRAL.com

Update At: 2/11/2025

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