Difference between revisions of "Thorin Freedom Theater Militia"
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| nickname = Archer's Avengers | | nickname = Archer's Avengers | ||
| parent formation = [[Freedom Theater Militia]] | | parent formation = [[Freedom Theater Militia]] | ||
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| unitname = Thorin FTM | | unitname = Thorin FTM | ||
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==History== | ==History== | ||
| − | The Thorin FTM has its roots in the Thorin planetary militia of 3062. In that year they rebelled against the rule of [[Katherine Steiner-Davion]] and fought the First Battalion of the [[15th Arcturan Guards]] for control of [[Thorin]]. They were disbanded in late 3062, when they reformed themselves as | + | The Thorin FTM has its roots in the Thorin planetary militia of 3062. In that year they rebelled against the rule of [[Katherine Steiner-Davion]] and fought the First Battalion of the [[15th Arcturan Guards]] for control of [[Thorin]]. They were disbanded in late 3062, when they reformed themselves as the [[1st Thorin Regiment]], nicknamed [[Archer's Avengers]].{{cn}} |
| − | + | By 3067, the regiment was officially known as the Thorin FTM.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'', pages 176-179</ref> | |
As of 1st August [[3067]], the Thorin FTM was on [[Tharkad]] and at 40% strength.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'' pages 177-179</ref> | As of 1st August [[3067]], the Thorin FTM was on [[Tharkad]] and at 40% strength.<ref>''Field Manual: Updates'' pages 177-179</ref> | ||
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From [[3061]] until its disbandment, the Commanding Officer was [[Leutnant-Colonel]] [[Archer Christifori]]. | From [[3061]] until its disbandment, the Commanding Officer was [[Leutnant-Colonel]] [[Archer Christifori]]. | ||
| − | As of [[ | + | As of [[306]], the Commanding Officer is [[General]] Archer Christifori.<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots 3070'', p. 47</ref> |
==Tactics== | ==Tactics== | ||
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In 3062 the unit consisted of: | In 3062 the unit consisted of: | ||
* 1 'Mech Company | * 1 'Mech Company | ||
| − | * 1 Tank Company (10 tanks + 2 | + | * 1 Tank Company (10 tanks + 2 Aerospace Fighters] |
* 1 Infantry Company | * 1 Infantry Company | ||
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==Reference== | ==Reference== | ||
| − | * ''[[Measure of a Hero]] | + | * ''[[Field Manual: Updates]]'' |
| + | * ''[[Jihad Hot Spots: 3070]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Measure of a Hero]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Operation Audacity]]'' | ||
[[Category:Lyran Militia Commands|FTM Thorin]] | [[Category:Lyran Militia Commands|FTM Thorin]] | ||
Revision as of 20:48, 23 February 2011
History
The Thorin FTM has its roots in the Thorin planetary militia of 3062. In that year they rebelled against the rule of Katherine Steiner-Davion and fought the First Battalion of the 15th Arcturan Guards for control of Thorin. They were disbanded in late 3062, when they reformed themselves as the 1st Thorin Regiment, nicknamed Archer's Avengers.[citation needed]
By 3067, the regiment was officially known as the Thorin FTM.[1]
As of 1st August 3067, the Thorin FTM was on Tharkad and at 40% strength.[2]
By April 2nd 3069 the Thorin FTM was recalled from Gibbs to meet Clan Jade Falcon's thrust at Baker 3 with the Knights of St. Cameron. Upon arrival the Avengers were met by the Falcon's Seventh and Eight Talon Clusters and suffered heavy losses, reported unofficially at fifty percent, the timely intervention of the Knights of St. Cameron allowed the Avengers to retreat off world. [3]
Officers
From 3061 until its disbandment, the Commanding Officer was Leutnant-Colonel Archer Christifori.
As of 306, the Commanding Officer is General Archer Christifori.[4]
Tactics
Because of the limited resources at their disposal the Thorin FTM has utilized hit and run tactics as well as clever strategic maneuvers. Often using decoys or other deceptions to lure their opponents into favorable terrain or ambushes.
Composition
In 3062 the unit consisted of:
- 1 'Mech Company
- 1 Tank Company (10 tanks + 2 Aerospace Fighters]
- 1 Infantry Company
Notes
- Homeworld Thorin