8 UCW MARCH 29 - APRIL 4, 2023
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Fort Bragg, located in North
Carolina, is more than just a mili-
tary installation. It is a symbol of
pride and heritage for many ser-
vice members and their families.
e name Fort Bragg has be-
come a part of the sub-culture in
the United States of service mem-
bers who fought for it, and they
see it as a valuable piece of their
culture that is being taken away.
e All-American Division,
based at Fort Bragg, is known for
its history of overcoming cultural
and racial boundaries, transcend-
ing history and racism. For those
who have served and continue to
serve at Fort Bragg, the name has
become a symbol of that history
and a banner of multi-cultural ac-
ceptance across generations.
While the name Fort Bragg has
roots in the history of the Confed-
eracy, it has also taken on a new
meaning over time. It has become
a part of the military culture, and
changing it can feel like eras-
ing a part of that culture. Service
members and their families have
a real and present connection
to the base and the name, and it
is important to understand and
respect that connection.
e issue of changing the name
to Fort Liberty is complex, and it
is understandable that some ser-
vice members and their families
may feel a sense of loss or even
anger at the change. It is impor-
tant to listen to their concerns
and to acknowledge the signifi-
cance of the name Fort Bragg to
their culture and history. While
the change may be considered for
progress and growth, it is impor-
tant to do so in a way that is re-
spectful and considerate of those
who have served and continue to
serve at the base.
In conclusion, Fort Bragg has
become a symbol of acceptance
and pride for many service
members and their families, and
changing it can feel like erasing a
part of their culture. It is impor-
tant to acknowledge and respect
that connection while also recog-
nizing the need for progress and
growth. Any change should be
done in a way that is respectful
and considerate of the military
sub-culture and the sacrifices of
those who have served and con-
tinue to serve.
—Jonathan Proffitt,
Fayetteville
Fort Bragg: A symbol of heritage
and culture for service members
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