FORT BENNING, Ga. — The United States Army Maneuver Center of Excellence announced details for the official renaming celebration of Fort Benning Wednesday.
On May 11, 2023, Fort Benning will officially become Fort Moore to honor retired Lt. Gen. Harold “Hal” and Julia Moore for their contributions to the U.S. Army.
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The celebration will be held at Doughboy Stadium.
Officials said the Naming Commission selects names that represent and honor the heroism, sacrifices and values of the Army’s men and women.
According to U.S. Army officials, Hal Moore is a decorated and highly regarded commander of the Vietnam War.
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Julia Moore is a distinguished leader of Army family programs who changed how the military cares for the widows of fallen soldiers.
“There can be no better way to inspire the men and women who will train to defend our nation, and particularly to provide recognition to the widows of our Nation’s fallen, than to name our installation for a couple who exemplifies America’s highest standards of courage, character, and compassion — Hal and Julia Moore,” said Fort Benning’s commanding general, Maj. Gen. Curtis Buzzard.
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In addition to installing the new name, officials said the post would undergo construction to add real property, buildings and roads as part of a multi-phased process to implement all approved recommendations of the Naming Commission. These changes are expected to be completed by January 2024.
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