In 827 A.S, Captain James Horatio Creed, an Officer of the Liberty Navy's Secondary Fleet, founded the Forty-sixth. As it was then known, the Forty-sixth Strike Force had humble beginnings as a small, tight-knit unit with only a handful of Officers at their disposal. Over the following year, the Strike Force would grow beyond initial expectations - having recruited fellow Officers from the Secondary Fleet to join their ranks. As a result of expansion and an influx of recruits, the Strike Force had to adopt a new regime as a full-fledged Fleet in its own right. Several sub-divisions were tested and deployed to further expand the Forty-Sixth's Fleet capabilities in the field.
Fleet Admiral Creed saw the establishment of a new headquarters for the fleet, which was requisitioned through the purchase of Salt Lake Station. This modular station was extensively retrofitted to meet the needs of the Forty-sixth, which included but were not limited to the building of appropriate hanger bays for the storage and deployment of fighter craft, adequate mooring points to transfer personnel to the Fleet's Capital vessels, and to serve as a home to the serving personnel and assigned officers. Salt Lake Station served her purpose with distinction for the following two years.
828-829 A.S. would bring about a massive shift in focus within the Fleet, both in Command and the operations methodology moving forward. The Forty-Sixth Fleet was declared a Primary Fleet of the Liberty Navy in 828 A.S. and would soon develop into one of the finest within the Republic of Liberty. However, In a tragic turn of events during 829 A.S., the Fleet lost their Commanding Officer, Fleet Admiral James Horatio Creed, who sadly passed away.
Following the death of James Horatio Creed in 829 A.S., The Fleet's Executive Officer, Admiral Martin Kemp-Smith, took command of the Fleet. Under entirely new leadership, several changes were implemented Fleet-wide, including renaming the ARMOUR Logistics Division to the Merchant Marine - still primarily operating the Bison Heavy Transport. In addition, following a Command Meeting within the Admiralty came the reluctant sale of Salt Lake Station - this was done to reduce budgetary expenditure. The Forty-sixth transferred all auxiliary personnel, officers, and assets to Norfolk Station, the Fleet's new Headquarters.
Honor, courage, commitment. These are not only marked on the Fleet's insignia but also reflect the mindset of each officer within it, their duties, and the conduct expected of them. While the Fleet is expected to operate under the Laws of the Republic of Liberty, internal rules have also been put in place to further increase the effectiveness of the Fleet in reaching its goals.
First and foremost, the Forty-sixth is tasked with the following:
≛ Safeguarding the Republic of Liberty from all threats, both foreign and domestic.
≛ To obey and follow all lawfully given orders from Congress.
≛ To uphold and enforce the Laws of the Republic of Liberty.
≛ To protect and serve the citizens of the Republic of Liberty.
To ensure the success of all operations within the Fleet and a steady course toward its goals, the aforementioned Code of Conduct has been developed. All officers are expected to have read it and act by it at all times, whether on or off duty.
Liberty Navy
Liberty Police
Liberty Corporations
Crayter Military
Gallic Navy
Gallic Corporations
Liberty Corporations
Artificial Intelligence
Bundschuh
Core
Bristol Constructions & Manufacturing
Zoners
Freelancers
Rheinland Military
Rheinland Police
Rheinland Corporations
Maquis
Gas Miners Guild
Bretonia Armed Forces
Bretonia Police
Bretonia Corporations
Kusari Naval Forces
Kusari State Police
Kusari Corporations
Junkers
Liberty Insurgency
Nomad Vagrants
Mollys
Lane Hackers
Independent Pirates
Wild
Nomads
Liberty Rogues
Outcasts
Unioners
Golden Chrysanthemums
Xenos
Corsairs
Technocracy of Auxesia
Red Hessians
Gallic Brigands
Kusari Office of Intelligence
Coalition
Blood Dragons
Gallic National Intelligence
Gaians
Fleet Admiral - [FADM]
The Fleet Admiral, commonly called the "Fleet CO," holds the highest attainable rank in the Liberty Navy. They report directly to the appropriate offices of the Liberty Government and are responsible for the entirety of their respective Fleet. This rank is assigned during wartime operations or prolonged states of conflict.
Admiral - [ADM]
The Admiral, commonly referred to as the "Fleet XO," is the Executive Officer of the Fleet. They are responsible to the Fleet Admiral and handle all matters relating to discipline. The Admiral assumes command in its entirety in the absence of the CO.
Vice Admiral - [VADM]
The Vice Admiral answers to the Fleet Admiral and Admiral in all external relations and training matters. This is in conjunction with their immediate subordinates, the Rear Admirals, who may be requested to assist in performing duties relating to Command if required.
Rear Admiral - [RADM]
Rear Admirals are considered Junior Flag Officers within High Command. However, they may be assigned as Divisional heads and oversee their respective performance and training. Rear Admirals are otherwise assigned to assist Senior Flag Officers with Command duties as required.
Rear Admiral Lower Half - [RDML]
Rear Admiral Lower Half is considered an entry-level position within High Command. These are promoted from the ranks of Commodore or Captain. They are assigned to learn the High Command's roles, responsibilities, and appropriate duties.
Mid Command
Commodore - [CDRE]
Seasoned Captains of the Fleet can be promoted to Commodore following exceptional service. Holding the same pay grade as Captain, Commodores can be assigned High Command level tasks as needed.
Captain - [CAPT]
Captains hold the highest rank outside of Commodore or the Admiralty. They are the most experienced Officers up to this grade and have exceptional service records and performance in the field.
Commander - [CDR]
Commanders are often called upon to serve as a Captain's right hand. They may freely assist in daily operations and strategy and serve as an example to their Junior Officers. -Able to fly fighters, bombers, and freighters. Able to command transports, gunboats, cruisers, battlecruisers, and battleships.
Low Command
Lieutenant Commander - [LCDR]
Holding the highest rank within the Low Command, Lieutenant Commanders are responsible to Junior Officers, certainly Ensigns, in all matters of training and general conduct. -Able to fly fighters, bombers, and freighters. Able to command transports, gunboats, cruisers, and battlecruisers.
Lieutenant - [LT]
Lieutenants are experienced officers who have proven themselves proficient in the field. They are tasked with supporting Lieutenant Commanders in operations and patrols. -Able to fly fighters, bombers, and freighters. Able to command transports, gunboats, and cruisers.
Junior Officers
Lieutenant Junior Grade - [LTJG]
Former Ensigns, who have shown dedication and vast improvement, are then promoted to Lieutenant Junior Grade. At this stage, a higher emphasis is placed on training and etiquette. -Able to fly fighters, bombers, and freighters. Able to command transports.
Ensign - [ENS]
Ensigns are new to the Liberty Navy. They remain as such until they have proven themselves to their Senior Officers and are generally put forward for promotion by their peers. -Restricted to fighters.
Cadet - [CDT]
The temporary rank is assigned to naval applicants who have not yet proven themselves to the Liberty Navy, Forty-sixth Fleet and are under trial. -Restricted to untagged fighters.
Due to the Fleet's increased goals and responsibilities, it became evident that the Fleet would have to be split into divisions if the envisioned goals and objectives were to be reached. The Fleet was thus divided into several Divisions, with certain Divisions receiving various Squadrons within them;
Divisions:
≛ Main Fleet
≛ Merchant Marine
≛ Research, Development, and Innovation
≛ Naval Intelligence
Squadrons:
≛ Alpha - Fighter wing of the Main Fleet
≛ Gamma - Bomber wing of the Main Fleet
≛ Sigma - Gunboat (QRF) of the Main Fleet
≛ Epsilon - Recon wing of Naval Intelligence
A detailed analysis of the above will follow.
Main Fleet
The Main Fleet consists of All Capital class assets, Officers, Crew, and all respective snub craft belonging to said Officers. Capital assets include Gunboats, Cruisers, Battlecruisers, Battleships, and Carriers. The Main Fleet also consists of three dedicated squadrons. A fighter squadron known as Alpha, a bomber squadron known as Gamma, and a gunboat squadron known as Sigma. Due to enforced squadron integration regulations, all Alpha and Gamma wing pilot identities and the Command staff and crew of Sigma gunboats are to remain classified. Alpha Squadron serves as the premier fighter wing of the Main Fleet, and as such, Alpha wing fighters make up the bulk of the Fleet's patrol forces. Gamma Squadron serves as the premier bomber wing of the Main Fleet. Sigma Squadron is an elite Quick Reaction Force (QRF) of the Main Fleet, composed entirely of Defiant-class gunboats.
Merchant Marine Division
The Merchant Marine division is primarily tasked with large-scale logistical operations in war and peacetime. In all instances, the Merchant Marine Division can be called upon for auxiliary support to the Main Fleet, whether to supply medical, food, and other supplies or to respond to an emergency regarding spaced contraband as may be required. The Division has numerous ships of appropriate classes to meet their assigned task, whether adapted liners to transport personnel and civilians to and from where they need to be or repair vessels to aid the Main Fleet in combat. The Merchant Marine Division can source, haul, and deliver whatever the Fleet needs. As the bulk of the Merchant Marine Divisional assets are transports, Main Fleet squadrons will be assigned as escorts when required.
Research, Development and Innovation Division
The Research, Development, and Innovation Division, or RDI, acts strictly in a support role to the Main Fleet. RDI primarily liaises and works alongside assigned civilian scientists, generally at designated research installations or even at established Naval Stations. The Division is primarily assigned to research hazardous environments, investigate anomalies within Liberty, and keep the Fleet updated with cutting-edge technologies. Division deployments are generally supported by various assets from the Main Fleet, serving primarily as escorts.
Naval Intelligence Division
The Naval Intelligence Division, or NID, is headquartered at Juneau shipyard. The division is primarily tasked with scouting, interception, and any required intelligence-gathering. This is first and foremost within the borders of the Republic of Liberty, although NID assets have been known to venture further afield. Generally, NID ships work without support; however, they can use Main Fleet squadrons to support them when required. Regarding mission security, It is imperative to retain plausible deniability for Officers assigned to the division. As such, the Admiralty has implemented a squadron integration program Fleet-wide that sees Main Fleet squadrons brought into the basic level of anonymity NID requires for its standard duties. This way, NID squadron assets can operate alongside the Main Fleet as interceptor units or forward reconnoiters to scout for contacts during normal operations. Likewise, Main Fleet squadrons may directly support NID squadron assets if required during classified intelligence operations.
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and is our big guns battleship which
supports the Carriers in heavy battles.
Hold on, there are small gun battleships?
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Can you run Autocorrect as well? This hurts my eyes.
Also why are you Allied with Rheinland Police. The Lib Gov has come out against the Imperialist Coup. Should look at the Other lib factions for their reps.
Power does not corrupt. Fear corrupts... perhaps the fear of a loss of power.
Don't fold to others expectations. So long you stick to the fundamentals and have fun while producing fun interactions for others, ignore the elitists here who want you to mold to their expectations. There are more of you active than the all the OF combined purely because you look to include noobs with caps. No one can learn unless shown in a fun environment. Good luck to you.
I'd suggest letting someone more fluent in English have a look at your write-up and perhaps cleaning up the bbcode a bit (especially the ship-section). Other than that, good luck!
The pages of information and also the recruitment pages have been updated and edited to reflect comments from you all and I hope that it all looks good now and we have updated the name of the group aswell.