Pentagon's DEI Purge Targets Enola Gay, Thousands of Photos

The Pentagon's recent purge of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content, initiated by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth following an executive order from former President Trump, has led to the removal of tens of thousands of photos and posts, including significant historical references. Notably, the iconic Enola Gay aircraft, which dropped the first atomic bomb during World War II, has been flagged for deletion due to the inclusion of the word 'gay' in its name. This effort has inadvertently targeted various images related to Black military history and women in the armed forces, raising concerns about the erasure of important historical records. Reports indicate that at least 26,000 items have been flagged, with estimates suggesting the total could reach 100,000. Critics argue that this initiative reflects a broader attempt to undermine DEI and whitewash military history. The Pentagon's actions have generated confusion, with some flagged content remaining publicly accessible while other images are removed without clear documentation.