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The '''Tenth Lyran Regulars''' was a [[BattleMech]] [[regiment]] in service to [[House Steiner]]. <ref name=HSLC77>''House Steiner (The Lyran Commonwealth)'', p. 77</ref>  
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The '''10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars''' was a [[BattleMech]] [[regiment]] in service to [[House Steiner]]. <ref name=HSLC77>''House Steiner (The Lyran Commonwealth)'', p. 77</ref>  
  
 
==History==
 
==History==
 
=== Star League Era ===
 
=== Star League Era ===
The regiments of the Lyran Regulars were prone to being disbanded and reactivated as needed; each time a regiment was reactivated, it would be populated with a mix of re-enlisted veterans and fresh recruits, before being assigned to a garrison posting to free up a line regiment for active service. During peacetime, the Regulars would then disband down to a much smaller size as a brigade, awaiting the next time they would be called on. The Tenth Lyran Regulars had been merged with the [[Seventh Lyran Regulars]] in [[2762]], with the Seventh being disbanded as a command; this was still causing problems for the Tenth in [[2765]], as a number of officers had lost brevet promotions during the merger, leaving a number of sore egos causing friction. At the same time, the Commanding Officer of the [[Twelfth Lyran Regulars]] was keeping in regular contact with the command staff of the Tenth, as it was widely suspected that the Twelfth would soon be disbanded and merged into the Tenth as the Seventh had been.<ref name="FR2765:LCAFp15">''Field Report 2765: LCAF'', p. 15, "Lyran Regulars"</ref>
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The regiments of the Lyran Regulars were prone to being disbanded and reactivated as needed; each time a regiment was reactivated, it would be populated with a mix of re-enlisted veterans and fresh recruits, before being assigned to a garrison posting to free up a line regiment for active service. During peacetime, the Regulars would then disband down to a much smaller size as a brigade, awaiting the next time they would be called on. The 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars had been merged with the [[Seventh Lyran Regulars|7<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars]] in [[2762]], with the 7<sup>th</sup> being disbanded as a command; this was still causing problems for the 10<sup>th</sup> in [[2765]], as a number of officers had lost brevet promotions during the merger, leaving a number of sore egos causing friction. At the same time, the Commanding Officer of the [[Twelfth Lyran Regulars|12<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars]] was keeping in regular contact with the command staff of the 10<sup>th</sup>, as it was widely suspected that the 12<sup>th</sup> would soon be disbanded and merged into the 10<sup>th</sup> as the 7<sup>th</sup> had been.<ref name="FR2765:LCAFp15">''Field Report 2765: LCAF'', p. 15, "Lyran Regulars"</ref>
  
 
=== Second Succession War===
 
=== Second Succession War===
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=== Third Succession War ===
 
=== Third Succession War ===
By the early [[thirty-first century]], the Tenth Lyran Regulars had developed a reputation for hard drinking, hence their unfortunate nickname. <ref name=HSLC77/>
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By the early [[thirty-first century]], the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars had developed a reputation for hard drinking, hence their unfortunate nickname. <ref name=HSLC77/>
  
When [[Archon]] [[Alessandro Steiner]] began [[Operation Concentrated Weakness]] in [[3002]], it encouraged the [[Free Worlds League Military]] into aggressively attacking [[Lyran Commonwealth|Lyran]] worlds. Archon [[Katrina Steiner]] took the throne in [[3007]] and was committed to reversing this trend, and ordered a series of counter-attacks. To that end, the Tenth Lyran Regulars, then a veteran unit, were paired with the [[Sixth Donegal Guards]] and sent to attack the planet [[Denebola|Denebola V]]. Unfortunately, Denebola was far more heavily defended than the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]] had been led to believe. Unsupported, the two sides wound up spending several years fighting a war of attrition. <ref name=FMLA92>''Field Manual: Lyran Alliance'', p. 92, "10th Lyran Regulars Unit Profile"</ref> By [[3025]], the Lyran Regulars were still based on Denebola, unable to take the planet but unwilling to withdraw. <ref name=HSLC119>''House Steiner (The Lyran Commonwealth)'', p. 119, "Deployment Table - 3025"</ref>  
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When [[Archon]] [[Alessandro Steiner]] began [[Operation Concentrated Weakness]] in [[3002]], it encouraged the [[Free Worlds League Military]] into aggressively attacking [[Lyran Commonwealth|Lyran]] worlds. Archon [[Katrina Steiner]] took the throne in [[3007]] and was committed to reversing this trend, and ordered a series of counter-attacks. To that end, the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars, then a veteran unit, were paired with the [[Sixth Donegal Guards|6<sup>th</sup> Donegal Guards]] and sent to attack the planet [[Denebola|Denebola V]]. Unfortunately, Denebola was far more heavily defended than the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]] had been led to believe. Unsupported, the two sides wound up spending several years fighting a war of attrition. <ref name=FMLA92>''Field Manual: Lyran Alliance'', p. 92, "10th Lyran Regulars Unit Profile"</ref> By [[3025]], the Lyran Regulars were still based on Denebola, unable to take the planet but unwilling to withdraw. <ref name=HSLC119>''House Steiner (The Lyran Commonwealth)'', p. 119, "Deployment Table - 3025"</ref>  
  
 
Well after the end of the [[Third Succession War]], the Lyran and [[House Marik]] governments mutually agreed to end the fighting, and the Lyran troops left Denebola in Marik hands. Though not technically considered a failure, the Regulars were nevertheless demoralized by the campaign, a state of affairs that continued for decades. <ref name=FMLA92/> The Regulars were then charged with defending the world of [[Penobscot]] on the [[Free Worlds League]] border. <ref name=NAISV1-44>''NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1'', p. 44</ref>
 
Well after the end of the [[Third Succession War]], the Lyran and [[House Marik]] governments mutually agreed to end the fighting, and the Lyran troops left Denebola in Marik hands. Though not technically considered a failure, the Regulars were nevertheless demoralized by the campaign, a state of affairs that continued for decades. <ref name=FMLA92/> The Regulars were then charged with defending the world of [[Penobscot]] on the [[Free Worlds League]] border. <ref name=NAISV1-44>''NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1'', p. 44</ref>
  
 
===Fourth Succession War===   
 
===Fourth Succession War===   
At the start of the [[Fourth Succession War]] in [[3028]], the Tenth Lyran Regulars were still based on Penobscot. <ref name=NAISV1-44/> Penobscot was not targeted by the Free Worlds League during [[Fourth Succession War#Operation: Dagger|Operation DAGGER]], and the Tenth Lyran Regulars wound up seeing no action during the conflict. <ref>''NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1'', p. 63</ref>
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At the start of the [[Fourth Succession War]] in [[3028]], the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars were still based on Penobscot. <ref name=NAISV1-44/> Penobscot was not targeted by the Free Worlds League during [[Fourth Succession War#Operation: Dagger|Operation DAGGER]], and the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars wound up seeing no action during the conflict. <ref>''NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1'', p. 63</ref>
  
 
===War of 3039===   
 
===War of 3039===   
Prior to the [[War of 3039]], the Regulars were based on [[Timbiqui]]. They were briefly moved to [[Ryde]] in preparation for possibly joining the invasion. When the [[War of 3039#DCMS Counter-Invasion|Combine counter-attacked]], those future invasion plans were called off. The Tenth Lyran were returned to Timbiqui. <ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 137</ref>
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Prior to the [[War of 3039]], the Regulars were based on [[Timbiqui]]. They were briefly moved to [[Ryde]] in preparation for possibly joining the invasion. When the [[War of 3039#DCMS Counter-Invasion|Combine counter-attacked]], those future invasion plans were called off. The 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran were returned to Timbiqui. <ref>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 137</ref>
  
 
===Clan Invasion===
 
===Clan Invasion===
When the [[Clan Invasion]] hit in [[3050]], the Tenth Lyran Regulars were still based on Timbiqui. Now part of the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth]], they were part of the new [[Tamarind March]] command. <ref name=20YU28>''20 Year Update'', p. 28, "AFFC Deployment Table - 3050"</ref> They were not called up to the front lines, and remained on Timbiqui as of [[3054]]. <ref name=OR20>''Objective Raids'', p. 20, "AFFC Deployment Table - 3054"</ref> Although the Tenth maintained its Regular troop rating, they had gone decades without seeing any true combat aside from the occasional raid. <ref name=FMLA92/>
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When the [[Clan Invasion]] hit in [[3050]], the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars were still based on Timbiqui. Now part of the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth]], they were part of the new [[Tamarind March]] command. <ref name=20YU28>''20 Year Update'', p. 28, "AFFC Deployment Table - 3050"</ref> They were not called up to the front lines, and remained on Timbiqui as of [[3054]]. <ref name=OR20>''Objective Raids'', p. 20, "AFFC Deployment Table - 3054"</ref> Although the 10<sup>th</sup> maintained its Regular troop rating, they had gone decades without seeing any true combat aside from the occasional raid. <ref name=FMLA92/>
 
   
 
   
 
===Lyran Alliance===
 
===Lyran Alliance===
When the [[Lyran Alliance]] seceded from the Commonwealth, the Tenth Lyran Regulars naturally went with them. After some lobbying, they were given a high-profile assignment defending [[Cavanaugh II]]. They were also given better support at this point, receiving the permanent attachment of a [[Combat Vehicle|Tank]] Regiment and an [[Infantry]] Regiment. <ref name=FMLA92/>
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When the [[Lyran Alliance]] seceded from the Commonwealth, the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars naturally went with them. After some lobbying, they were given a high-profile assignment defending [[Cavanaugh II]]. They were also given better support at this point, receiving the permanent attachment of a [[Combat Vehicle|Tank]] Regiment and an [[Infantry]] Regiment. <ref name=FMLA92/>
  
 
===FedCom Civil War===
 
===FedCom Civil War===
When the [[FedCom Civil War]] finally broke out in [[3063]], the Tenth Lyran Regulars were still on Cavanaugh II. After a visit by the [[Second Crucis Lancers]], they openly declared themselves for [[Victor Steiner-Davion]]'s [[Allies (FCCW)|Allies]]. When the 2<sup>nd</sup> Crucis left the planet, they found themselves in a strange position. Although they faced no military opposition on Cavanaugh II, that world was the seat of power to [[General]] [[Richard Steiner (31st c.)|Richard Steiner]], son of General [[Nondi Steiner]] and commander of the Cavanaugh Theater. Richard Steiner attempted to ensure Leftenant General Darrel Ingles that he was loyal to the Alliance as a whole rather than to either claimant, all the while attempting to gather forces to crush the "mutinous" Tenth. <ref>''FedCom Civil War (sourcebook)'', pp. 84, 144</ref>
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When the [[FedCom Civil War]] finally broke out in [[3063]], the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars were still on Cavanaugh II. After a visit by the [[Second Crucis Lancers|2<sup>nd</sup> Crucis Lancers]], they openly declared themselves for [[Victor Steiner-Davion]]'s [[Allies (FCCW)|Allies]]. When the 2<sup>nd</sup> Crucis left the planet, they found themselves in a strange position. Although they faced no military opposition on Cavanaugh II, that world was the seat of power to [[General]] [[Richard Steiner (31st c.)|Richard Steiner]], son of General [[Nondi Steiner]] and commander of the Cavanaugh Theater. Richard Steiner attempted to ensure Leftenant General Darrel Ingles that he was loyal to the Alliance as a whole rather than to either claimant, all the while attempting to gather forces to crush the "mutinous" 10<sup>th</sup>. <ref>''FedCom Civil War (sourcebook)'', pp. 84, 144</ref>
  
In the Summer of [[3065]], General Steiner succeeded in ordering the [[1st Bolan Jaegers|Bolan Jaegers]] and the [[Seventh Lyran Regulars]] to Cavanaugh II to crush the Tenth Lyran Regulars. The Tenth's strong defensive position and knowledge of the local terrain combined with Richard Steiner's gross mishandling of the situation turned what might have been a quick battle into a major campaign. Soon, elements of [[ComStar]]'s [[182nd Division (ComStar)|182<sup>nd</sup> Division]] joined with the allies after Steiner ordered them attacked. <ref>''FedCom Civil War (sourcebook)'', pp. 144-145</ref>
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In the Summer of [[3065]], General Steiner succeeded in ordering the [[1st Bolan Jaegers|1<sup>st</sup>Bolan Jaegers]] and the [[Seventh Lyran Regulars|7<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars]] to Cavanaugh II to crush the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars. The Regulars' strong defensive position and knowledge of the local terrain combined with Richard Steiner's gross mishandling of the situation turned what might have been a quick battle into a major campaign. Soon, elements of [[ComStar]]'s [[182nd Division (ComStar)|182<sup>nd</sup> Division]] joined with the allies after Steiner ordered them attacked. <ref>''FedCom Civil War (sourcebook)'', pp. 144-145</ref>
  
In May of [[3066]], the battle for Cavanaugh II was still ongoing, and beginning to turn in favor of the Allies. The Tenth Lyran Regulars had managed to goad the Regulars into a series of ill-advised attacks on their reinforced positions, inflicting significant losses on the Seventh Regulars. Later the [[Penobscot Cavanaugh II Theater Militia|Penobscot CTM]] joined on Richard Steiner's side with the [[Forty-second Avalon Hussars]] joining the Allies. When Steiner began micromanaging the CTM in their battle with the Hussars, they were defeated and forced to withdraw. <ref>''FedCom Civil War (sourcebook)'', pp. 161-162</ref>  
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In May of [[3066]], the battle for Cavanaugh II was still ongoing, and beginning to turn in favor of the Allies. The 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars had managed to goad the Regulars into a series of ill-advised attacks on their reinforced positions, inflicting significant losses on the 7<sup>th</sup> Regulars. Later the [[Penobscot Cavanaugh II Theater Militia|Penobscot CTM]] joined on Richard Steiner's side with the [[Forty-second Avalon Hussars|42<sup>nd</sup> Avalon Hussars]] joining the Allies. When Steiner began micromanaging the CTM in their battle with the Hussars, they were defeated and forced to withdraw. <ref>''FedCom Civil War (sourcebook)'', pp. 161-162</ref>  
  
By September, the Allies had the advantage of airpower and numbers while the 7<sup>th</sup> Regulars and Penobscot CTM were on the verge of collapse. Elements of the Seventh defected to the Tenth after General Steiner executed their commanding officer. By February [[3067]], the Allies were finally ready to crush Margrave Steiner's force, liberating the capital. By now, most of the [[Loyalist (FCCW)|Loyalists]] were completely demoralized, having been ordered to fight to the death, most quickly surrendered. Steiner himself, however, evacuated before he could be captured, fleeing the planet on a [[Dropship]]. The Tenth Lyran Regulars had taken heavy losses, but had emerged victorious in one of the most important battles of the conflict. <ref>''FedCom Civil War (sourcebook)'', pp. 174-175, 183</ref>  
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By September, the Allies had the advantage of airpower and numbers while the 7<sup>th</sup> Regulars and Penobscot CTM were on the verge of collapse. Elements of the 7<sup>th</sup> defected to the 10<sup>th</sup> after General Steiner executed their commanding officer. By February [[3067]], the Allies were finally ready to crush Margrave Steiner's force, liberating the capital. By now, most of the [[Loyalist (FCCW)|Loyalists]] were completely demoralized, having been ordered to fight to the death, most quickly surrendered. Steiner himself, however, evacuated before he could be captured, fleeing the planet on a [[Dropship]]. The 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars had taken heavy losses, but had emerged victorious in one of the most important battles of the conflict. <ref>''FedCom Civil War (sourcebook)'', pp. 174-175, 183</ref>  
  
In the aftermath of the war, the Tenth Lyran Regulars were largely shunned by the rest of the [[Lyran Regulars]] Brigade, who considered them traitors for siding against Katherine. <ref name=FMU171>''Field Manual: Updates'' p. 171</ref> They remained on [[Cavanaugh II]] at roughly 60 percent strength. <ref name=FMU179>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 179, "LAAF Deployment Table - 3067"</ref>
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In the aftermath of the war, the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars were largely shunned by the rest of the [[Lyran Regulars]] Brigade, who considered them traitors for siding against Katherine. <ref name=FMU171>''Field Manual: Updates'' p. 171</ref> They remained on [[Cavanaugh II]] at roughly 60 percent strength. <ref name=FMU179>''Field Manual: Updates'', p. 179, "LAAF Deployment Table - 3067"</ref>
  
 
===Jihad===
 
===Jihad===
In March [[3068]], during the [[Jihad]], Lyran forces loyal to the [[Isle of Skye]] and to Duke [[Robert Kelswa-Steiner]] [[Operation Broken Fist|launched attacks on the Free Worlds League]], quickly conquering the worlds of [[Megrez]], [[Cascade]] and [[Togwotee]]. It was believed these attacks were launched from [[Ford]] and Loric, and it was suggested the Seventh and Tenth Lyran Regulars on Cavanaugh II might soon take part in future attacks. <ref>''Dawn of the Jihad'', p. 77</ref>
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In March [[3068]], during the [[Jihad]], Lyran forces loyal to the [[Isle of Skye]] and to Duke [[Robert Kelswa-Steiner]] [[Operation Broken Fist|launched attacks on the Free Worlds League]], quickly conquering the worlds of [[Megrez]], [[Cascade]] and [[Togwotee]]. It was believed these attacks were launched from [[Ford]] and Loric, and it was suggested the 7<sup>th</sup> and 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars on Cavanaugh II might soon take part in future attacks. <ref>''Dawn of the Jihad'', p. 77</ref>
  
In September of 3068, Cavanaugh II was assaulted during a counter-attack by the Free Worlds League Military, particularly forces under the command of [[Jeremy Brett]]. <ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3070'' p. 19</ref> Fighting on Cavanaugh was still ongoing in late [[3069]]. <ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3070'' p. 72</ref> The Tenth Regulars were able to withdraw from the world after taking nearly 40% casualties. They were then reassigned to garrison [[Bolan]], where they remained in [[3079]].<ref name="frla13">''Field Report: LAAF'', p. 13</ref> Several politicians attempted to lure the Tenth into another large assault late in the Jihad, but the Tenth declined.<ref>''Field Manual: 3085'', p. 102</ref>  
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In September of 3068, Cavanaugh II was assaulted during a counter-attack by the Free Worlds League Military, particularly forces under the command of [[Jeremy Brett]]. <ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3070'' p. 19</ref> Fighting on Cavanaugh was still ongoing in late [[3069]]. <ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3070'' p. 72</ref> The 10<sup>th</sup> Regulars were able to withdraw from the world after taking nearly 40% casualties. They were then reassigned to garrison [[Bolan]], where they remained in [[3079]].<ref name="frla13">''Field Report: LAAF'', p. 13</ref> Several politicians attempted to lure the 10<sup>th</sup> into another large assault late in the Jihad, but the 10<sup>th</sup> declined.<ref>''Field Manual: 3085'', p. 102</ref>  
  
 
In 3085 they took up garrison duties on [[Blumenort]].<ref name=FM3085p108/>
 
In 3085 they took up garrison duties on [[Blumenort]].<ref name=FM3085p108/>
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==Tactics==
 
==Tactics==
The Tenth Lyran Regulars had spent several years fortifying defensive positions on Cavanaugh II, including [[Minefield (CCG - Counterstrike)|minefields]] and other battlefield obstacles.<ref name=FMLA92/>
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The 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars had spent several years fortifying defensive positions on Cavanaugh II, including [[Minefield (CCG - Counterstrike)|minefields]] and other battlefield obstacles.<ref name=FMLA92/>
  
 
==Composition History==
 
==Composition History==
 
=== 2765 ===
 
=== 2765 ===
'''Tenth Lyran Regulars''' (Green/Reliable)<ref name="FR2765:LCAFp15"/>
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'''10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars''' (Green/Reliable)<ref name="FR2765:LCAFp15"/>
 
:- At this point in time the Tenth were based on [[Firenze]].<ref name="FR2765:LCAFp15"/>
 
:- At this point in time the Tenth were based on [[Firenze]].<ref name="FR2765:LCAFp15"/>
  
 
===3025===
 
===3025===
'''Tenth Lyran Regulars''' (Regular/Reliable)<ref name=HSLC119/>
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'''10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars''' (Regular/Reliable)<ref name=HSLC119/><br>
* CO.: [[File:LeutnantGeneralLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Leutnant-General]][[Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Leutnant General'']] Galway Ashbery
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Leutnant General}} Galway Ashbery<br>
  
 
===3040===
 
===3040===
'''Tenth Lyran Regulars''' (Regular/Reliable)<ref name=HWO3039>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 137  </ref>
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'''10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars''' (Regular/Reliable)<ref name=HWO3039>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 137  </ref>
  
 
===3050===
 
===3050===
'''Tenth Lyran Regulars''' (Regular/Reliable)<ref name=20YU28/>
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'''10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars''' (Regular/Reliable)<ref name=20YU28/><br>
* CO: [[File:LeutnantGeneralLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Leutnant-General]][[Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Leutnant General'']] Gary Terlecki
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Leutnant General}} Gary Terlecki<br>
  
 
===3054===
 
===3054===
'''Tenth Lyran Regulars''' (Regular/Reliable)<ref name=OR20/>
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'''10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars''' (Regular/Reliable)<ref name=OR20/><br>
* CO: [[File:LeutnantGeneralLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Leutnant-General]][[Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Leutnant General'']] Darrel Ingles
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Leutnant General}} Darrel Ingles<br>
  
 
===3062-3067===
 
===3062-3067===
'''Tenth Lyran Regulars''' (Battlemech [[Regiment]]/Regular/Reliable)<ref name=FMLA92/><ref name=FMU179/>
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'''10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars''' (Battlemech [[Regiment]]/Regular/Reliable)<ref name=FMLA92/><ref name=FMU179/><br>
* Co: [[File:LeutnantGeneralLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Leutnant-General]][[Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Leutnant General'']] Darrel Ingles
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Leutnant General}} Darrel Ingles<br>
  
'''840th Alliance Panzer Regiment''' (Armored Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMLA92/><ref name=FMU179/>
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'''840<sup>th</sup> Alliance Panzer Regiment''' (Armored Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)<ref name=FMLA92/><ref name=FMU179/><br>
* Co: [[File:LeutnantColonelLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-Colonel#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Leutnant-Colonel]][[Leutnant-Colonel#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Leutnant Colonel'']] Fritz Horvath
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Leutnant Colonel}} Fritz Horvath<br>
  
'''First Cavanaugh Irregulars''' (Infantry Regiment/Green/Reliable) <ref name=FMLA92/><ref name=FMU179/>
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'''1<sup>st</sup> Cavanaugh Irregulars''' (Infantry Regiment/Green/Reliable) <ref name=FMLA92/><ref name=FMU179/><br>
* Co: [[File:LeutnantColonelLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-Colonel#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Leutnant-Colonel]][[Leutnant-Colonel#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Leutnant Colonel'']] Elizabeth Lutz-Kellon
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Leutnant Colonel}} Elizabeth Lutz-Kellon<br>
  
 
===3085===
 
===3085===
'''Tenth Lyran Regulars''' (Veteran/Questionable)<ref name=FM3085p108/>        
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'''10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars''' (Veteran/Questionable)<ref name=FM3085p108/><br>
* CO: [[File:LeutnantGeneralLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Leutnant-General]][[Leutnant-General#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Leutnant General'']] Elizabeth Lutz-Kellon
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Leutnant General}} Elizabeth Lutz-Kellon<br>
  
'''840th Commonwealth Panzers''' (1 Regiment/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FM3085p108/>      
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'''840<sup>th</sup> Commonwealth Panzers''' (1 Regiment/Veteran/Reliable)<ref name=FM3085p108/><br>
* CO: [[File:ColonelLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-Colonel#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Colonel]][[Colonel#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Colonel'']] Terentius Quigg
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Colonel}} Terentius Quigg<br>
  
'''First Cavanaugh Irregulars''' (1 Regiment/Regular/Questionable)<ref name=FM3085p108/>        
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'''1<sup>st</sup> Cavanaugh Irregulars''' (1 Regiment/Regular/Questionable)<ref name=FM3085p108/><br>
* CO: [[File:ColonelLAAF.png|frameless|30px|link=Leutnant-Colonel#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|Colonel]][[Colonel#Lyran Commonwealth and Lyran Alliance|''Colonel'']] Domen Bellamy
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CO: {{LyranRankInline|Colonel}} Domen Bellamy<br>
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
* The insignia for the Tenth Lyran Regulars is the caricature of a flying insect, maw open and fangs dripping with blood. <ref name=FMLA92/>
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* The insignia for the 10<sup>th</sup> Lyran Regulars is the caricature of a flying insect, maw open and fangs dripping with blood. <ref name=FMLA92/>
  
 
==References==
 
==References==

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The 10th Lyran Regulars was a BattleMech regiment in service to House Steiner. [1]

History

Star League Era

The regiments of the Lyran Regulars were prone to being disbanded and reactivated as needed; each time a regiment was reactivated, it would be populated with a mix of re-enlisted veterans and fresh recruits, before being assigned to a garrison posting to free up a line regiment for active service. During peacetime, the Regulars would then disband down to a much smaller size as a brigade, awaiting the next time they would be called on. The 10th Lyran Regulars had been merged with the 7th Lyran Regulars in 2762, with the 7th being disbanded as a command; this was still causing problems for the 10th in 2765, as a number of officers had lost brevet promotions during the merger, leaving a number of sore egos causing friction. At the same time, the Commanding Officer of the 12th Lyran Regulars was keeping in regular contact with the command staff of the 10th, as it was widely suspected that the 12th would soon be disbanded and merged into the 10th as the 7th had been.[2]

Second Succession War

In 2855 the unit engaged the First An Ting Legion on Tukayyid.[3]

Third Succession War

By the early thirty-first century, the 10th Lyran Regulars had developed a reputation for hard drinking, hence their unfortunate nickname. [1]

When Archon Alessandro Steiner began Operation Concentrated Weakness in 3002, it encouraged the Free Worlds League Military into aggressively attacking Lyran worlds. Archon Katrina Steiner took the throne in 3007 and was committed to reversing this trend, and ordered a series of counter-attacks. To that end, the 10th Lyran Regulars, then a veteran unit, were paired with the 6th Donegal Guards and sent to attack the planet Denebola V. Unfortunately, Denebola was far more heavily defended than the Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces had been led to believe. Unsupported, the two sides wound up spending several years fighting a war of attrition. [4] By 3025, the Lyran Regulars were still based on Denebola, unable to take the planet but unwilling to withdraw. [5]

Well after the end of the Third Succession War, the Lyran and House Marik governments mutually agreed to end the fighting, and the Lyran troops left Denebola in Marik hands. Though not technically considered a failure, the Regulars were nevertheless demoralized by the campaign, a state of affairs that continued for decades. [4] The Regulars were then charged with defending the world of Penobscot on the Free Worlds League border. [6]

Fourth Succession War

At the start of the Fourth Succession War in 3028, the 10th Lyran Regulars were still based on Penobscot. [6] Penobscot was not targeted by the Free Worlds League during Operation DAGGER, and the 10th Lyran Regulars wound up seeing no action during the conflict. [7]

War of 3039

Prior to the War of 3039, the Regulars were based on Timbiqui. They were briefly moved to Ryde in preparation for possibly joining the invasion. When the Combine counter-attacked, those future invasion plans were called off. The 10th Lyran were returned to Timbiqui. [8]

Clan Invasion

When the Clan Invasion hit in 3050, the 10th Lyran Regulars were still based on Timbiqui. Now part of the Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth, they were part of the new Tamarind March command. [9] They were not called up to the front lines, and remained on Timbiqui as of 3054. [10] Although the 10th maintained its Regular troop rating, they had gone decades without seeing any true combat aside from the occasional raid. [4]

Lyran Alliance

When the Lyran Alliance seceded from the Commonwealth, the 10th Lyran Regulars naturally went with them. After some lobbying, they were given a high-profile assignment defending Cavanaugh II. They were also given better support at this point, receiving the permanent attachment of a Tank Regiment and an Infantry Regiment. [4]

FedCom Civil War

When the FedCom Civil War finally broke out in 3063, the 10th Lyran Regulars were still on Cavanaugh II. After a visit by the 2nd Crucis Lancers, they openly declared themselves for Victor Steiner-Davion's Allies. When the 2nd Crucis left the planet, they found themselves in a strange position. Although they faced no military opposition on Cavanaugh II, that world was the seat of power to General Richard Steiner, son of General Nondi Steiner and commander of the Cavanaugh Theater. Richard Steiner attempted to ensure Leftenant General Darrel Ingles that he was loyal to the Alliance as a whole rather than to either claimant, all the while attempting to gather forces to crush the "mutinous" 10th. [11]

In the Summer of 3065, General Steiner succeeded in ordering the 1stBolan Jaegers and the 7th Lyran Regulars to Cavanaugh II to crush the 10th Lyran Regulars. The Regulars' strong defensive position and knowledge of the local terrain combined with Richard Steiner's gross mishandling of the situation turned what might have been a quick battle into a major campaign. Soon, elements of ComStar's 182nd Division joined with the allies after Steiner ordered them attacked. [12]

In May of 3066, the battle for Cavanaugh II was still ongoing, and beginning to turn in favor of the Allies. The 10th Lyran Regulars had managed to goad the Regulars into a series of ill-advised attacks on their reinforced positions, inflicting significant losses on the 7th Regulars. Later the Penobscot CTM joined on Richard Steiner's side with the 42nd Avalon Hussars joining the Allies. When Steiner began micromanaging the CTM in their battle with the Hussars, they were defeated and forced to withdraw. [13]

By September, the Allies had the advantage of airpower and numbers while the 7th Regulars and Penobscot CTM were on the verge of collapse. Elements of the 7th defected to the 10th after General Steiner executed their commanding officer. By February 3067, the Allies were finally ready to crush Margrave Steiner's force, liberating the capital. By now, most of the Loyalists were completely demoralized, having been ordered to fight to the death, most quickly surrendered. Steiner himself, however, evacuated before he could be captured, fleeing the planet on a Dropship. The 10th Lyran Regulars had taken heavy losses, but had emerged victorious in one of the most important battles of the conflict. [14]

In the aftermath of the war, the 10th Lyran Regulars were largely shunned by the rest of the Lyran Regulars Brigade, who considered them traitors for siding against Katherine. [15] They remained on Cavanaugh II at roughly 60 percent strength. [16]

Jihad

In March 3068, during the Jihad, Lyran forces loyal to the Isle of Skye and to Duke Robert Kelswa-Steiner launched attacks on the Free Worlds League, quickly conquering the worlds of Megrez, Cascade and Togwotee. It was believed these attacks were launched from Ford and Loric, and it was suggested the 7th and 10th Lyran Regulars on Cavanaugh II might soon take part in future attacks. [17]

In September of 3068, Cavanaugh II was assaulted during a counter-attack by the Free Worlds League Military, particularly forces under the command of Jeremy Brett. [18] Fighting on Cavanaugh was still ongoing in late 3069. [19] The 10th Regulars were able to withdraw from the world after taking nearly 40% casualties. They were then reassigned to garrison Bolan, where they remained in 3079.[20] Several politicians attempted to lure the 10th into another large assault late in the Jihad, but the 10th declined.[21]

In 3085 they took up garrison duties on Blumenort.[22]

Officers

As of 3025, their commanding officer was Leutnant-GeneralLeutnant General Galway Ashbery.[5]

As of 3050, their commanding officer was Leutnant-GeneralLeutnant General Gary Terlecki.[9]

As of 3054, their commanding officer was Leutnant-GeneralLeutnant General Darrel Ingles. [10] He was still in command as of 3062[4] and 3067.[16]

As of 3085 the commanding officer was Leutnant-GeneralLeutnant General Elizabeth Lutz-Kellon.[22]

Tactics

The 10th Lyran Regulars had spent several years fortifying defensive positions on Cavanaugh II, including minefields and other battlefield obstacles.[4]

Composition History

2765

10th Lyran Regulars (Green/Reliable)[2]

- At this point in time the Tenth were based on Firenze.[2]

3025

10th Lyran Regulars (Regular/Reliable)[5]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Galway Ashbery

3040

10th Lyran Regulars (Regular/Reliable)[23]

3050

10th Lyran Regulars (Regular/Reliable)[9]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Gary Terlecki

3054

10th Lyran Regulars (Regular/Reliable)[10]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Darrel Ingles

3062-3067

10th Lyran Regulars (Battlemech Regiment/Regular/Reliable)[4][16]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Darrel Ingles

840th Alliance Panzer Regiment (Armored Regiment/Regular/Fanatical)[4][16]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Fritz Horvath

1st Cavanaugh Irregulars (Infantry Regiment/Green/Reliable) [4][16]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Elizabeth Lutz-Kellon

3085

10th Lyran Regulars (Veteran/Questionable)[22]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Elizabeth Lutz-Kellon

840th Commonwealth Panzers (1 Regiment/Veteran/Reliable)[22]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Terentius Quigg

1st Cavanaugh Irregulars (1 Regiment/Regular/Questionable)[22]
CO: Template:LyranRankInline Domen Bellamy

Notes

  • The insignia for the 10th Lyran Regulars is the caricature of a flying insect, maw open and fangs dripping with blood. [4]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 House Steiner (The Lyran Commonwealth), p. 77
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 Field Report 2765: LCAF, p. 15, "Lyran Regulars"
  3. Lady of Steel, p. 2
  4. 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 Field Manual: Lyran Alliance, p. 92, "10th Lyran Regulars Unit Profile"
  5. 5.0 5.1 5.2 House Steiner (The Lyran Commonwealth), p. 119, "Deployment Table - 3025"
  6. 6.0 6.1 NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1, p. 44
  7. NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1, p. 63
  8. Historical: War of 3039, p. 137
  9. 9.0 9.1 9.2 20 Year Update, p. 28, "AFFC Deployment Table - 3050"
  10. 10.0 10.1 10.2 Objective Raids, p. 20, "AFFC Deployment Table - 3054"
  11. FedCom Civil War (sourcebook), pp. 84, 144
  12. FedCom Civil War (sourcebook), pp. 144-145
  13. FedCom Civil War (sourcebook), pp. 161-162
  14. FedCom Civil War (sourcebook), pp. 174-175, 183
  15. Field Manual: Updates p. 171
  16. 16.0 16.1 16.2 16.3 16.4 Field Manual: Updates, p. 179, "LAAF Deployment Table - 3067"
  17. Dawn of the Jihad, p. 77
  18. Jihad Hot Spots: 3070 p. 19
  19. Jihad Hot Spots: 3070 p. 72
  20. Field Report: LAAF, p. 13
  21. Field Manual: 3085, p. 102
  22. 22.0 22.1 22.2 22.3 22.4 Field Manual: 3085, p. 108, "LAAF Deployment Table - 3085"
  23. Historical: War of 3039, p. 137

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