Fort Liberty Renamed Back to Fort Bragg Honoring WWII Hero

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has announced the renaming of Fort Liberty back to Fort Bragg, but with a significant change: the base will now honor Pfc. Roland L. Bragg, a World War II hero, rather than the Confederate general it was originally named after. This decision reverses the previous renaming that occurred in June 2023 as part of an initiative to remove Confederate names from military installations. Pfc. Bragg earned the Silver Star and Purple Heart for his bravery during the Battle of the Bulge, where he famously commandeered a German ambulance to save a wounded soldier. Hegseth emphasized that the new name is intended to honor the courage and service of all who have trained at the installation. The directive will ensure that all necessary steps are taken to implement this decision in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.