Arlington Cemetery Erases Content on Black and Female Veterans Amid Policy Changes

Sun Jul 27 2025 14:51:15 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Arlington Cemetery Erases Content on Black and Female Veterans Amid Policy Changes

The Arlington National Cemetery's website has removed significant information about the contributions of black and female veterans, coinciding with new federal directives.


The Arlington National Cemetery has taken down educational resources detailing the histories of black and female service members, sparking concern and criticism amid broader efforts by the Trump administration to roll back diversity initiatives within the military.

Arlington National Cemetery has been at the center of controversy following the removal of key information and educational materials related to the histories of black and female veterans from its website. This move aligns with the recent actions taken by former President Donald Trump to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices within the military and federal government, a decision that has been met with backlash from various quarters.

Reported by military news site Task & Purpose, significant content that has been purged includes tributes and biographies of esteemed service members, including Medal of Honor recipients and other notable figures. Among the erased entries were pages dedicated to heroes like Gen. Colin L. Powell and members of the historic Tuskegee Airmen, who were the first black aviators in the US military. Additionally, the details about Hector Santa Anna, a celebrated World War II hero, were omitted.

The cemetery's official website currently lacks links to major sections that previously provided information on African American History, Hispanic American History, and Women's History. While some biographies of recognized women such as Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg still appear, they can only be accessed through specific searches rather than through direct navigation.

In light of the push to eliminate DEI initiatives, a spokesperson from Arlington National Cemetery stated that efforts are underway to restore the missing content. They emphasized a commitment to sharing stories of military service while ensuring compliance with both Trump’s directives and guidance from Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.

Concerns regarding this content removal have been voiced by politicians, including Representative Adam Smith, who criticized the move, asserting that there hasn't been a significant issue related to DEI within the military. The current transformation in military leadership sees significant changes, such as the dismissal of Gen. CQ Brown, a proponent of diversity, raising further alarms about the future of representation and inclusion in the armed forces.

The present composition of the US military shows that approximately 30% identify as part of minority groups, and 20% are women, underscoring the importance of preserving their histories and contributions as the department navigates a new phase under the Trump administration.

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