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Based out of Starbase 72, close to the [[Cardassian Union|Cardassian]] border, '''Task Force 72’s''' ships are at the forefront of diplomatic intervention and peacekeeping. Their duties focus on engagement with political powers in volatile regions, ensuring stability between major governments and the protection of local populaces.{{Task_Force
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*Covertly monitor the instability in the Cardassian Union.
== Objectives ==
*Patrol and monitor the Tholian Assembly border.
*Engage in diplomatic missions into volatile regions in an effort to establish peaceful dialogues
*Safeguard Federation interests near the Talarian Empire borders.
*Safeguard citizens from hostile entities throughout the [[United Federation of Planets|Federation]]
*Rebuild and support Federation interests and defenses in the border worlds.
*Rebuild and support Federation interests and defenses in the border worlds
*Explore the [[Thomar Expanse]] through scientific surveys and diplomatic agreements.
*Monitor the developments within the Cardassian Union


= Current State of Affairs =
== Overview ==
== Cardassian Union ==
For much of the Federation, the end of the Dominion War in 2375 signaled a return to peace, prosperity, and exploration. Occupation forces withdrew, leaving colonists behind to rebuild their lives in the midst of fire and ash. While the Cardassian and Breen governments fell silent to regroup, Starfleet resumed its primary mission of exploration.
:''Main Article: [[Cardassian Union]]''


In early 2399 the Federation became aware of a deep schism in the Cardassian Union. The Detapa Council, which for years had been involved in a power struggle with the Central Command for control of the Union, has been rumored to have restarted the Obsidian Order in an attempt to wrest some level of control over military affairs. By raiding old shipyards for decommissioned ''Keldon'' and ''Galor'' vessel, as well as having infiltrated and taken control of several military installations in and around Cardassia Prime, the Obsidian Order has the military power to enforce the Council's will. The Central Command has taken measures to oppose this consolidation of power and the Union is on the verge of a civil war. Precious little is known about what led the Union to this point but one things is clear: armed conflict is on the horizon, and such fighting will not stay inside of the Cardassian Union's borders for very long.
Now, in 2399, Task Force 72 has been given a new mandate, one that speaks to the heart of what it was founded to do. The long standing history of the Task Force being on the frontlines in both diplomacy and conflict, Task Force 72 is now charged with wide sweeping diplomatic and peacekeeping operations throughout the Federation. The Task Force shall engage with governments in all manner of volatile regions, seeking to strike a diplomatic accord with those that might be reasoned with, and protect Federation interests and citizens when diplomacy falls short.


As a result of this strife, Starfleet Command has ordered the 4th Fleet to re-fortify and bring Task Force 72 back up to full operational status. Their goal in the Cardassian theatre is singular: determine the full scope of the situation in the Cardassian Union and lend covert support to whichever side is less of a threat to the Federation.
Historically, Task Force 72 has been primarily concerned with Cardassian space, and though the missions the Task Force will be called upon to undertake will likely lead ships under its care to places well beyond the Cardassian borders, the area still remains a focal point for the Task Force and her leaders. Cardassia has begun to show signs that they wish to return to the stage as major players once more, and the Federation can ill-afford to ignore this. Even with these events transpiring, other conflicts are brewing elsewhere, and Task Force 72 will need to rise to the challenges that await them in a much broader political arena.
 
== Tholian Assembly ==
:''Main Article: [[Tholian Assembly]]
 
Precious little is known about the current state of the Tholian Assembly. With the current situation in the Cardassian Union, Rear Admiral Basmanoff has directed resources away from the border with the Assembly and there Task Force maintains minimal patrols to ensure that the Tholian's don't try and take advantage of the situation with the Cardassians.
 
==Sheliak Corporate==
:''Main Article: [[Sheliak Corporate]]
 
Mirroring the situation with Tholian Assembly, not much is known on the current state of the Sheliak Corporate. After the ''USS Enterprise-D'' dealt with a diplomatic incident involving the Corporate in 2366 there has only been one other run in with the Corporate. The ''USS Hestia'' came across a Corporate ship suffering mechanical issues right outside their territory but was not allowed to offer aid and was asked to leave the area.
 
It is believed that, for right now, the Corporate is content to abide by the Treaty of Armens.
 
== Talarian Empire ==
:''Main Article: [[Talarian Empire]]
 
The Talarian Empire has a long history of territorial disputes with all of its galactic neighbors, making them a government that not just the Federation keeps a watchful eye on. Their thirst for expansion in all directions makes them difficult to deal with diplomatically, leading to a vast majority of encounters with this culture combative in nature.
 
== Children of Tama ==
:''Main Article: [[Children of Tama]]
 
The Children of Tama are a peaceful species that inhabits territory in the southern part of Task Force 72's area of operation. Their use of metaphor as a method of communication was a major impediment to early contact with the Tamarians, but through the efforts of the ''Enterprise-D crew'' and subsequent diplomatic envoys to the region, a basic level of understanding has been reached, and peaceful coexistence has been established with them. The is rumor that the Federation is intent on extending an offer of protectorate status to the Children of Tama, but this rumor has yet to be substantiated by official declaration from Federation sources.
 
= Theater of Operations =
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== Points of Interest ==
:''Main Article: [[:Category:Alpha Quadrant Astrometrics Database|Alpha Quadrant Homeworlds and Notable Locations]]
 
*[[Earth]]
*[[Bajor]]
*[[Cardassia]]


== Task Force Assets and Headquarters ==
== Task Force Assets and Headquarters ==
=== Starbase 72 (Minos Korva) ===
=== Starbase 72 (Minos Korva) ===
:''Main Article: [[Starbase 72]]''
Minos Korva, home to [[Starbase 72]], was a system targeted by both the Cardassian and Dominion Wars. It never fell to either power, and is the present headquarters for Task Force 72. From there, the Task Force provides support, resupply, and training to its starships, priming them for their operations across the galaxy. However, its position in proximity to the Cardassian border is no coincidence. While Task Force 72 pursues diplomatic interests across the Federation, the Union is in a particularly delicate condition, and from Starbase 72 the task force can launch operations maintaining regional stability.
:''See Also: [[Minos Korva]]''
 
'''[[Minos Korva]]''', home to '''[[Starbase 72]]''', was a system targeted by both the Cardassian and Dominion Wars. It never fell to either power, and is the present headquarters for Task Force 72. Home to Rear Admiral Basmanoff, it is one of the most important Starbases in the southern Alpha Quadrant, outside of Deep Space Nine.
=Task Force History=
:''Main Article: [[Task Force 72 Timeline]]''


== Task Force History ==
Task Force 72 is one of the oldest Task Forces in the 4th Fleet, notable for never being disband in the turbulent decades since its inception.
Task Force 72 is one of the oldest Task Forces in the 4th Fleet, notable for never being disband in the turbulent decades since its inception.


It has been a more than a decade since the signing of the Treaty of Bajor ending the Dominion War and the cessation of hostilities between the Federation Alliance and the Dominion. Since the end of the war, Task force 72's mission has changed in size and scope many time. Though the mid 2380's until early 2399 Task Force 72 has encompassed most of the Alpha Quadrant but was stretched thin as Starfleet pulled away resources in the wake of the attack on Mars.  
It has been a more than a decade since the signing of the Treaty of Bajor ending the Dominion War and the cessation of hostilities between the Federation Alliance and the Dominion. Since the end of the war, Task force 72's mission has changed in size and scope many time. Though the mid 2380's until early 2399 Task Force 72 has encompassed most of the Alpha Quadrant but was stretched thin as Starfleet pulled away resources in the wake of the attack on Mars.  


With Breen aggression on the rise, the strife in the Cardassian Union and Starfleet's desire to expand operations once again the decision was made to bring Task Force 72 up to full operation status and the reigns of the Task Force were handed to Rear Admiral Elisabeth Basmanoff. The Task Force's focus and AoO was narrowed down to the southern Alpha Quadrant while the newly re-formed Task Force 9 took charge of the northern Alpha Quadrant.  
The decision by Starfleet to advance its operations included a reform of Task Force 72's mandate to bring it in-line with the reforms to the [[Bravo Fleet|4th Fleet]], to serve as one of its specialist units. Already experts at operating in diplomatically fraught regions, Task Force 72 was placed under the command of Commodore Jonathan Bastin and given the same galaxy-wide operational jurisdiction as the rest of Bravo Fleet.
 
=Additional Information=
 
Key Articles, Treaties and Background Information:
 
*[[Alpha Quadrant|Alpha Quadrant Map]]
*[[:Category:Alpha Quadrant Astrometrics Database|Alpha Quadrant Astrometrics Database]]
*[[:Category:Alpha Quadrant Powers|Alpha Quadrant Powers]]
*[[:Category:Alpha Quadrant Lifeforms|Additional Lifeforms]]
*[[Task Force 72 Timeline]]
*[[Task Force 72 Command History]]
 
 
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Revision as of 14:05, 8 November 2020

Based out of Starbase 72, close to the Cardassian border, Task Force 72’s ships are at the forefront of diplomatic intervention and peacekeeping. Their duties focus on engagement with political powers in volatile regions, ensuring stability between major governments and the protection of local populaces.


Objectives

  • Engage in diplomatic missions into volatile regions in an effort to establish peaceful dialogues
  • Safeguard citizens from hostile entities throughout the Federation
  • Rebuild and support Federation interests and defenses in the border worlds
  • Monitor the developments within the Cardassian Union

Overview

For much of the Federation, the end of the Dominion War in 2375 signaled a return to peace, prosperity, and exploration. Occupation forces withdrew, leaving colonists behind to rebuild their lives in the midst of fire and ash. While the Cardassian and Breen governments fell silent to regroup, Starfleet resumed its primary mission of exploration.

Now, in 2399, Task Force 72 has been given a new mandate, one that speaks to the heart of what it was founded to do. The long standing history of the Task Force being on the frontlines in both diplomacy and conflict, Task Force 72 is now charged with wide sweeping diplomatic and peacekeeping operations throughout the Federation. The Task Force shall engage with governments in all manner of volatile regions, seeking to strike a diplomatic accord with those that might be reasoned with, and protect Federation interests and citizens when diplomacy falls short.

Historically, Task Force 72 has been primarily concerned with Cardassian space, and though the missions the Task Force will be called upon to undertake will likely lead ships under its care to places well beyond the Cardassian borders, the area still remains a focal point for the Task Force and her leaders. Cardassia has begun to show signs that they wish to return to the stage as major players once more, and the Federation can ill-afford to ignore this. Even with these events transpiring, other conflicts are brewing elsewhere, and Task Force 72 will need to rise to the challenges that await them in a much broader political arena.

Task Force Assets and Headquarters

Starbase 72 (Minos Korva)

Minos Korva, home to Starbase 72, was a system targeted by both the Cardassian and Dominion Wars. It never fell to either power, and is the present headquarters for Task Force 72. From there, the Task Force provides support, resupply, and training to its starships, priming them for their operations across the galaxy. However, its position in proximity to the Cardassian border is no coincidence. While Task Force 72 pursues diplomatic interests across the Federation, the Union is in a particularly delicate condition, and from Starbase 72 the task force can launch operations maintaining regional stability.

Task Force History

Task Force 72 is one of the oldest Task Forces in the 4th Fleet, notable for never being disband in the turbulent decades since its inception.

It has been a more than a decade since the signing of the Treaty of Bajor ending the Dominion War and the cessation of hostilities between the Federation Alliance and the Dominion. Since the end of the war, Task force 72's mission has changed in size and scope many time. Though the mid 2380's until early 2399 Task Force 72 has encompassed most of the Alpha Quadrant but was stretched thin as Starfleet pulled away resources in the wake of the attack on Mars.

The decision by Starfleet to advance its operations included a reform of Task Force 72's mandate to bring it in-line with the reforms to the 4th Fleet, to serve as one of its specialist units. Already experts at operating in diplomatically fraught regions, Task Force 72 was placed under the command of Commodore Jonathan Bastin and given the same galaxy-wide operational jurisdiction as the rest of Bravo Fleet.