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===Fourth Succession War===
 
===Fourth Succession War===
The Fourteenth engaged the [[3rd Lyran Guards|Third Lyran Guard]] on [[Vega]] in [[3028]], successfully retaining the world for the Combine.<ref name=4SWv1-28>''The Fourth Succession War Scenarios Volume One'', p. 28</ref><ref>''The Fourth Succession War Scenarios Volume One'', p. 28</ref> <ref name=CMDC-63>''Combat Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 63 "Legion of Vega"</ref>
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The Fourteenth engaged the [[3rd Lyran Guards|Third Lyran Guard]] on [[Vega]] in [[3028]], successfully retaining the world for the Combine.<ref name=4SWv1-28>''The Fourth Succession War Scenarios Volume One'', p. 28</ref><ref>''The Fourth Succession War Scenarios Volume One'', p. 28</ref><ref name=CMDC-63>''Combat Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 63 "Legion of Vega"</ref>
  
 
===War of 3039===
 
===War of 3039===
In April [[3039]] during the [[War of 3039]], Vega was hit by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]'s [[3rd Davion Guard]] and [[3rd Lyran Guards]] regiments.<ref>''Turning Points War of 3039: Vega'', pp. 13, 18-20</ref> The Fifth LAG and the Fourteenth Legion of Vega were forced off world, reluctantly withdrawing after a six week siege.<ref name=CMDC-63/> <ref name=HWo39-032>''Historical: War of 39'', p. 32</ref>
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In April [[3039]] during the [[War of 3039]], Vega was hit by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]'s [[3rd Davion Guard]] and [[3rd Lyran Guards]] regiments.<ref>''Turning Points War of 3039: Vega'', pp. 13, 18–20</ref> The Fifth LAG and the Fourteenth Legion of Vega were forced off world, reluctantly withdrawing after a six week siege.<ref name=CMDC-63/><ref name=HWo39-032>''Historical: War of 39'', p. 32</ref>
  
On July 12th the [[2nd Legion of Vega]] arrived at a pirate jump point and commenced recapturing Vega from the occupying Federated Commonwealth forces, with the Fourteenth following closely behind to provide assistance. The planet was recaptured by August 16th.<ref name=HWo39-077-078>''Historical: War of 39'', pp. 77-78</ref> During this reconquest, the [[2nd Dieron Regulars]] and the Second Legion of Vega were supported by the elements of the Fourteenth that had withdrawn from the world. The Fourteenth forced the [[1st Grave Walkers]] to break off their attack on the Second Dieron.<ref>''Turning Points War of 3039: Vega'', p. 21</ref>
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On July 12th the [[2nd Legion of Vega]] arrived at a pirate jump point and commenced recapturing Vega from the occupying Federated Commonwealth forces, with the Fourteenth following closely behind to provide assistance. The planet was recaptured by August 16th.<ref name=HWo39-077-078>''Historical: War of 39'', pp. 77–78</ref> During this reconquest, the [[2nd Dieron Regulars]] and the Second Legion of Vega were supported by the elements of the Fourteenth that had withdrawn from the world. The Fourteenth forced the [[1st Grave Walkers]] to break off their attack on the Second Dieron.<ref>''Turning Points War of 3039: Vega'', p. 21</ref>
  
 
===Clan Invasion and Destruction===
 
===Clan Invasion and Destruction===
 
In [[3049]], [[Theodore Kurita]] made a political statement about his intentions toward the Federated Commonwealth by posting his son, [[Hohiro Kurita (31st c.)|Hohiro]], to the Fourteenth Legion, well away from the border with Davion space. Graduating from the [[Sun Zhang MechWarrior Academy]] with honors, the Combine's [[Heir-Designate]] was assigned a prototype [[LosTech]]-equipped ''[[Grand Dragon]]'' and command of the Fourteenth's third [[battalion]].<ref name=CMDC-63/>
 
In [[3049]], [[Theodore Kurita]] made a political statement about his intentions toward the Federated Commonwealth by posting his son, [[Hohiro Kurita (31st c.)|Hohiro]], to the Fourteenth Legion, well away from the border with Davion space. Graduating from the [[Sun Zhang MechWarrior Academy]] with honors, the Combine's [[Heir-Designate]] was assigned a prototype [[LosTech]]-equipped ''[[Grand Dragon]]'' and command of the Fourteenth's third [[battalion]].<ref name=CMDC-63/>
  
In March [[3050]] the Legion attempted to defend [[Turtle Bay]] from [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]].<ref name=CMDC-63/> <ref name=CT1>''ClanTroops'', p. 22</ref> The unit was destroyed, and the few survivors were reassigned to the [[16th Legion of Vega]].<ref name=FMDCp124>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 124</ref>
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In March [[3050]] the Legion attempted to defend [[Turtle Bay]] from [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]].<ref name=CMDC-63/><ref name=CT1>''ClanTroops'', p. 22</ref> The unit was destroyed, and the few survivors were reassigned to the [[16th Legion of Vega]].<ref name=FMDCp124>''Field Manual: Draconis Combine'', p. 124</ref>
  
 
==Officers==
 
==Officers==
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''' 14th Legion of Vega''' ([[Regiment]]/Regular/Questionable)<ref name=HKTDCp133>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 133, "DCMS Deployment Table"</ref>
 
''' 14th Legion of Vega''' ([[Regiment]]/Regular/Questionable)<ref name=HKTDCp133>''House Kurita (The Draconis Combine)'', p. 133, "DCMS Deployment Table"</ref>
 
:* CO: Brigadier General Christine Nórdica<ref name=HKTDCp133/>
 
:* CO: Brigadier General Christine Nórdica<ref name=HKTDCp133/>
: Note:  At this point in time the unit was stationed on [[Vega]]. <ref name=HKTDCp133/>
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: Note:  At this point in time the unit was stationed on [[Vega]].<ref name=HKTDCp133/>
  
 
===3028===
 
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===3040===
 
===3040===
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:Note: At this point in time the command was stationed on [[Turtle Bay]].<ref name=HWo3039p139>''Historical: War of 3039'', p. 139</ref>
  
 
===3050===
 
===3050===
''' 14th Legion of Vega''' ([[Regiment]]/Veteran/Questionable)<ref name=20YUp42>''20 Year Update'', p.42</ref>
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''' 14th Legion of Vega''' ([[Regiment]]/Veteran/Questionable)<ref name=20YUp42>''20 Year Update'', p. 42</ref>
 
:* CO/1st Battalion: ''Tai-sa'' Tarukito Niiro
 
:* CO/1st Battalion: ''Tai-sa'' Tarukito Niiro
 
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:* 3rd Battalion: ''Chu-sa'' Hohiro Kurita<ref name=ER3052-129>''Era Report: 3052'', p. 129</ref>
 
:* 3rd Battalion: ''Chu-sa'' Hohiro Kurita<ref name=ER3052-129>''Era Report: 3052'', p. 129</ref>
  
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The Fourteenth can use the Tactical Specialist (Defense), Environmental Specialist (Desert), and Tactical Experts (Hidden Units) special command abilities.<ref name=tp39p8/>
 
The Fourteenth can use the Tactical Specialist (Defense), Environmental Specialist (Desert), and Tactical Experts (Hidden Units) special command abilities.<ref name=tp39p8/>
 
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==References==
 
==References==
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==

Revision as of 22:37, 28 April 2022

Insignia of the Legion of Vega
14th Legion of Vega
Disbanded March 3050 (destroyed)[1]
Nickname The Boozers
Affiliation Draconis Combine
Parent Command Legion of Vega

The Fourteenth Legion of Vega was a Draconis Combine BattleMech regiment. The unit was considered to be a unit meant to hold less than desirable members of the DCMS who were deemed too valuable to be removed from service.

History

Third Succession War

In 3025 the unit was assigned to defend Vega.[2]

Fourth Succession War

The Fourteenth engaged the Third Lyran Guard on Vega in 3028, successfully retaining the world for the Combine.[3][4][5]

War of 3039

In April 3039 during the War of 3039, Vega was hit by the Federated Commonwealth's 3rd Davion Guard and 3rd Lyran Guards regiments.[6] The Fifth LAG and the Fourteenth Legion of Vega were forced off world, reluctantly withdrawing after a six week siege.[5][7]

On July 12th the 2nd Legion of Vega arrived at a pirate jump point and commenced recapturing Vega from the occupying Federated Commonwealth forces, with the Fourteenth following closely behind to provide assistance. The planet was recaptured by August 16th.[8] During this reconquest, the 2nd Dieron Regulars and the Second Legion of Vega were supported by the elements of the Fourteenth that had withdrawn from the world. The Fourteenth forced the 1st Grave Walkers to break off their attack on the Second Dieron.[9]

Clan Invasion and Destruction

In 3049, Theodore Kurita made a political statement about his intentions toward the Federated Commonwealth by posting his son, Hohiro, to the Fourteenth Legion, well away from the border with Davion space. Graduating from the Sun Zhang MechWarrior Academy with honors, the Combine's Heir-Designate was assigned a prototype LosTech-equipped Grand Dragon and command of the Fourteenth's third battalion.[5]

In March 3050 the Legion attempted to defend Turtle Bay from Clan Smoke Jaguar.[5][10] The unit was destroyed, and the few survivors were reassigned to the 16th Legion of Vega.[1]

Officers

Rank Name Command
Commanding Officers of the 14th Legion of Vega
Sho-sho Christine Nordica 3025-3039[2][11][12]
Tai-sa Tarukito Niiro 3050[13]

Tactics

In 3025 the unit had no specialization.[2]

The Fourteenth was primarily a light BattleMechs and tank force which is better on defense than attack.[5]

Composition History

3025

14th Legion of Vega (Regiment/Regular/Questionable)[2]

  • CO: Brigadier General Christine Nórdica[2]
Note: At this point in time the unit was stationed on Vega.[2]

3028

14th Legion of Vega (BattleMech Regiment)

XO:
Charlie Company (Amberstar Raiders)[3]
Command Lance
Attack Lance
Recon Lance
  • 2nd Battalion:
  • 3rd Battalion:

3040

14th Legion of Vega (Regiment/Regular/Questionable)[14]

Note: At this point in time the command was stationed on Turtle Bay.[14]

3050

14th Legion of Vega (Regiment/Veteran/Questionable)[13]

  • CO/1st Battalion: Tai-sa Tarukito Niiro
XO:
  • 2nd Battalion:
  • 3rd Battalion: Chu-sa Hohiro Kurita[15]
Note: At this point in time the unit was stationed on Turtle Bay.[13]

Game Rules

War of 3039

The Fourteenth can use the Tactical Specialist (Defense), Environmental Specialist (Desert), and Tactical Experts (Hidden Units) special command abilities.[12]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 Field Manual: Draconis Combine, p. 124
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 House Kurita (The Draconis Combine), p. 133, "DCMS Deployment Table"
  3. 3.0 3.1 The Fourth Succession War Scenarios Volume One, p. 28
  4. The Fourth Succession War Scenarios Volume One, p. 28
  5. 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Combat Manual: Draconis Combine, p. 63 "Legion of Vega"
  6. Turning Points War of 3039: Vega, pp. 13, 18–20
  7. Historical: War of 39, p. 32
  8. Historical: War of 39, pp. 77–78
  9. Turning Points War of 3039: Vega, p. 21
  10. ClanTroops, p. 22
  11. Historical: War of 3039, p. 5
  12. 12.0 12.1 Turning Points War of 3039: Vega, p. 8
  13. 13.0 13.1 13.2 20 Year Update, p. 42
  14. 14.0 14.1 Historical: War of 3039, p. 139
  15. Era Report: 3052, p. 129

Bibliography