Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth Renames Fort Liberty to Fort Roland L. Bragg – Department of Defense
Official websites use .govSecure .gov websites use HTTPSWhile flying aboard a C-17 from Joint Base Andrews to Stuttgart on February 10, 2025, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum renaming Fort Liberty in North Carolina to Fort Bragg. The new name pays tribute to Pfc. Roland L. Bragg, a World War II hero who earned the Silver Star and Purple Heart for his exceptional courage during the Battle of the Bulge. This change underscores the installation’s legacy of recognizing those who have demonstrated extraordinary service and sacrifice for the nation.Attributed to DOD Press Secretary John Ullyot.
Memo Signing
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signs a memorandum to rename Fort Liberty, N.C., to Fort Bragg, while aboard a military aircraft en route to Germany, Feb. 10, 2025. Army Pfc. Roland Bragg was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with the 17th Airborne Division during World War II.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum to rename Fort Liberty, N.C., to Fort Bragg, while aboard a military aircraft en route to Germany, Feb. 10, 2025. Army Pfc. Roland Bragg was awarded the Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity while serving with the 17th Airborne Division during World War II.
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