Fort Hood is being redesignated as Fort Cavazos at a ceremony at the III Armored Corps Headquarters.
The designation honors Texas-born Gen. Richard Edward Cavazos.
"General Cavazos’ combat proven leadership, his moral character and his loyalty to his Soldiers and their families made him the fearless yet respected and influential leader that he was during the time he served, and beyond," Lt. Gen. Bernabe added. to remove the names, symbols, displays, monuments, and paraphernalia that honor or commemorate the Confederate States of America.Cavazos was born on Jan.
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