The Pentagon has ordered Fort Moore in Georgia to revert to its former name, Fort Benning, with a new namesake. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Monday, March 3, that the base will now honor Cpl. Fred G. Benning, a World War I soldier who received the Distinguished Service Cross for heroism in battle.
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Pentagon renames Fort Moore as Fort Benning, honoring WWI hero

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Pentagon renames Fort Moore back to Fort Benning, honoring WWI soldier Cpl. Fred G. Benning, amid controversy over Confederate legacy.

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