Accrington Freedom Theater Militia
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Contents
History
The Accrington Freedom Theater Militia was one of the first march militia units founded in the Lyran Commonwealth. In 3036 they faced their first challenge, a raid by the 5th Amphigean Light Assault Group. The lighter Combine 'Mechs ran rings around the heavy Lyran units, making a mockery of the Accrington Militia's superior numbers.[1] As a result of this encounter, the March Militia system was met with scorn by the LCAF regional commanders on Skye.
During the FedCom Civil War the Accrington FTM sided with elements of the Free Skye Movement. They took the Freedom Theater command compound on Freedom but sustained heavy losses in the process. However, they quickly rebuilt.[2]
After the destruction of the Jihad a battalion of the Accrington FTM was transferred to the 5th Lyran Guards to help that unit rebuild.[3]
Officers
In 3054 the unit was commanded by Leftenant General Shmuel de Fermat.[4]
As of 3062 the commanding officer was Colonel Marc Hulley. He assumed command in 3058.[1] He was still in command in 3067.[5]
Tactics
The Accrington Freedom Theater Militia uses artillery extensively, and their infantry forces are highly skilled at placing ambushes.[1]
Composition History
3054
Accrington Skye March Militia (Green/Reliable)[4]
- CO: Leftenant General Shmuel de Fermat
3062
Accrington FTM (1 Regiment/Green/Reliable)[1]
- CO: Colonel Marc Hulley
- Wing: Kommandant Clarissa Danes
Accrington FTM Armor Brigade (2 Regiments/Green/Reliable)[1]
- CO: Colonel Yseult Elkins
Accrington FTM Infantry Brigade (5 Regiments/Green/Reliable)[1]
- CO: Colonel Garrard Kathari
3067
They were at nearly full strength after the FedCom Civil War.[5]
3079
With the transfer of an entire battalion to the Lyran Guards, the Accrington FTM was reduced to less than two-thirds of its pre-Jihad strength.[6]