Battle of Simpson Desert (3137)
Battle of Simpson Desert | |||||
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Part of Operation HAMMERFALL | |||||
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Factions | |||||
(Attacker) Lyran Commonwealth[1] |
(Defender) Duchy of Tamarind-Abbey[1] |
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Commanders and leaders | |||||
Bernard Nordhoff[1] | |||||
Forces involved | |||||
First Hesperus Guards[1] Third Lyran Regulars[1] |
The Korps[1] |
Contents
Overview
The Battle of Simpson Desert saw the Lyran Commonwealth assault Simpson Desert.[1]
Battle
In late 3137 Simpson Desert was captured by the Lyran Commonwealth during Operation HAMMERFALL. The militia entrenched themselves in Fort Verdun, prolonging the fight. Camacho's Caballeros captured the planet after the defending Third Tamarind Regulars put up a fierce resistance.[2] The planet was reclaimed by Tamarind-Abbey forces a year later.[3]
References
Bibliography
- Fire at Will (novel)
- Era Report: 3145