Fort Bragg, a military installation in North Carolina, has been officially renamed Fort Liberty in a ceremony following the U.S. Department of Defense’s decision to rename the base as part of its efforts to remove Confederate references. The new name, Fort Liberty, was chosen to honor the heroism and sacrifices of those who serve and live at the installation. The renaming process, including changing signage, is estimated to cost around $8 million.
Key points:
- Fort Bragg has been renamed Fort Liberty as part of the U.S. Department of Defense’s efforts to rename military installations named after Confederate soldiers.
- The renaming process follows nationwide protests by the Black Lives Matter movement and ongoing efforts to remove Confederate monuments.
- The new name, Fort Liberty, was chosen to honor the military heroes and their values associated with the installation.
- The renaming process, including changing signage, is estimated to cost approximately $8 million.
- Fort Polk in Louisiana is scheduled to be renamed Fort Johnson on June 13, following the naming commission’s proposed changes.
