Difference between revisions of "Task Force 72"

	Task Force 72
Mandate	Diplomatic Operations
Headquarters	Starbase 72
	Leadership
Commander	Commodore Zack Marshall-Bennet
Deputy Commander	Captain Edward O'Gallagher
	Links
BFMS	Main Website
	Template:Task Force

Latest revision as of 21:29, 9 April 2024

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

Perform critical and sensitive diplomatic missions within and outside of Federation space, especially those with national security implications.
Execute peacekeeping operations in conjunction with allies and friendly powers
Build alliances, trade relations, and other diplomatic relationships that foster peace across the galaxy
Lead Starfleet efforts in specific diplomatic flashpoints, including:
- The True Way crisis in the Former Demilitarized Zone
- Delta and Gamma Quadrant second and third contact operations
- Ongoing negotiations with worlds now under Federation influence following the collapse of the Romulan Neutral Zone

Overview

Unlike nearly every other large spacefaring civilization, the United Federation of Planets does not expand primarily through conquest or even large-scale colonization, but through diplomacy. For over two hundred years, Starfleet has served as the Federation’s first, best impression and its most adept diplomatic arm. First contacts, trade negotiations, ceasefires, and countless other diplomatic exercises conducted by starship captains have slowly but steadily turned the Federation into the largest and most progressive alliance of species the galaxy has ever seen. This is the spirit that guides Task Force 72, the Fourth Fleet’s designated Diplomatic Operations unit.

All starship captains are empowered to conduct negotiations on behalf of the Federation, as real-time consultations with Starfleet Command and the Federation Council is often impossible for front-line exploratory vessels, but Task Force 72’s specific mandate is to handle the most pressing and sensitive diplomatic missions within and outside of Federation space, especially those with national security implications for the Federation and its member worlds. This task force also handles peacekeeping operations and conducts many joint operations with allied or friendly powers, such as the Klingon Empire, Cardassian Union, and the Romulan Republic.

Historically, Task Force 72 was assigned specifically to the Federation-Cardassian Border and remains headquartered at Starbase 72 in the Minos Korva system, but its operations have expanded to the full width and breadth of the Fourth Fleet’s tip-of-the-spear ethos, with vessels in all four quadrants of the galaxy. The evolving diplomatic situation in the Former Demilitarized Zone remains a focus for the task force, with a number of ships directly working with the Cardassian military to end the True Way crisis diplomatically and through direct peacekeeping operations. Other important operations include forging new alliances with Delta Quadrant powers, and ongoing negotiations with neutral worlds within Federation space that the Federation is eager to finally bring into the fold.

Task Force Assets

Starbase 72

Main Article: Starbase 72

Starbase 72 over Minos Korva

Minos Korva was a system targeted by both the Cardassian and Dominion Wars. It never fell to either power, and is home to the present headquarters for Task Force 72: Starbase 72. It is here that officers slated for command of ships in Task Force 72 are trained in the art of diplomacy and where most TF72 ships are refit and repaired. It is also the headquarters for Starfleet's peacekeeping mission against the forces of the True Way in the Former Demilitarized Zone.

Task Force History

Task Force 72 is one of the oldest Task Forces in the 4th Fleet, notable for never being disbanded in the turbulent decades since its inception. Task Force 72 was formed initially as a defensive screen for the still-under-construction Starbase 72 in 2373, but its duties gradually expanded to include oversight over the majority of the Federation-Cardassian Border.

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 times. Through 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 given the same galaxy-wide operational jurisdiction as the rest of Bravo Fleet.

Notable Crew

Commanding Officers

Mid 2401: Commodore Zack Marshall-Bennet
Early 2401: Captain Geronimo Fontana
Late 2399: Fleet Captain Th'lora Vehl
Late 2399: Rear Admiral Thomas Belvedere
Mid-2399: Captain Micah Mendoza
Mid-2399: Rear Admiral Thomas Belvedere
Mid-2399: Captain Jon Bastin
Early 2399: Captain Elisabeth Basmanoff
Early 2399: Commodore Julius Woodward

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+| mandate = Diplomatic Operations
-| designation = S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L.
+| headquarters = [[Starbase 72]]
-| url =[http://www.bravofleet.com/group/task-force-72 Main Website]
+| url = [http://www.bravofleet.com/group/task-force-72 Main Website]
-| rsburl=[https://forums.bravofleet.com/index.php?p=/categories/task-force-72 Forum Link]
+| co = [[bfms_char:29961|Commodore Zack Marshall-Bennet]]
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+| xo = [[bfms_char:97152|Captain Edward O'Gallagher]]
-|co=Rear Admiral Elisabeth Basmanoff
+| logo = [[Image:Tf72-logo.png]]
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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.
-|cas=
-}}=Objectives=
-*Covertly monitor the instability in the Cardassian Union.
+== Objectives ==
-*Patrol and monitor the Tholian Assembly border
-*Safeguard Federation interests in the Gavarian Corridor
-*Rebuild and support Federation interests and defenses in the border worlds
-= Current State of Affairs =
+* Perform critical and sensitive diplomatic missions within and outside of Federation space, especially those with national security implications.
-== Cardassian Union ==
+* Execute peacekeeping operations in conjunction with allies and friendly powers
-:''Main Article: [[Cardassian Union]]''
+* Build alliances, trade relations, and other diplomatic relationships that foster peace across the galaxy
+* Lead Starfleet efforts in specific diplomatic flashpoints, including:
+** The [[True Way]] crisis in the [[Former Demilitarized Zone]]
+** Delta and Gamma Quadrant second and third contact operations
+** Ongoing negotiations with worlds now under Federation influence following the collapse of the [[Romulan Neutral Zone]]
-In early 2399 the Federation became aware of a deep schism in the Cardassian Union. The Detapa Council, which for years has been in a power struggle with the Central Command for control of the Union, has restarted the Obsidian Order as its puppet. By raiding old shipyards for decommissioned ''Keldon'' and ''Galor'' vessel the Obsidian Order now has the numbers to enforce the Council's will. The Central Command has vowed to not allow this to stand and the Union is on the verge of a civil war. Precious little is known as to what lead the Union to this point but one things is clear: war is on the horizon, not only for the Union but for the dozens of Federation star systems along the border.
+== Overview ==
+Unlike nearly every other large spacefaring civilization, the United Federation of Planets does not expand primarily through conquest or even large-scale colonization, but through diplomacy. For over two hundred years, Starfleet has served as the Federation’s first, best impression and its most adept diplomatic arm. First contacts, trade negotiations, ceasefires, and countless other diplomatic exercises conducted by starship captains have slowly but steadily turned the Federation into the largest and most progressive alliance of species the galaxy has ever seen. This is the spirit that guides Task Force 72, the Fourth Fleet’s designated Diplomatic Operations unit.
-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 is 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.
+All starship captains are empowered to conduct negotiations on behalf of the Federation, as real-time consultations with Starfleet Command and the Federation Council is often impossible for front-line exploratory vessels, but Task Force 72’s specific mandate is to handle the most pressing and sensitive diplomatic missions within and outside of Federation space, especially those with national security implications for the Federation and its member worlds. This task force also handles peacekeeping operations and conducts many joint operations with allied or friendly powers, such as the Klingon Empire, Cardassian Union, and the Romulan Republic.
-== Tholian Assembly ==
+Historically, Task Force 72 was assigned specifically to the Federation-Cardassian Border and remains headquartered at Starbase 72 in the Minos Korva system, but its operations have expanded to the full width and breadth of the Fourth Fleet’s tip-of-the-spear ethos, with vessels in all four quadrants of the galaxy. The evolving diplomatic situation in the Former Demilitarized Zone remains a focus for the task force, with a number of ships directly working with the Cardassian military to end the True Way crisis diplomatically and through direct peacekeeping operations. Other important operations include forging new alliances with Delta Quadrant powers, and ongoing negotiations with neutral worlds within Federation space that the Federation is eager to finally bring into the fold.
-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.
+== Task Force Assets ==
+=== Starbase 72 ===
+''Main Article: [[Starbase 72]]''
+[[File:Spacedock type closeup.jpeg|thumb|Starbase 72 over Minos Korva|alt=|250x250px]]
+Minos Korva was a system targeted by both the Cardassian and Dominion Wars. It never fell to either power, and is home to the present headquarters for Task Force 72: Starbase 72. It is here that officers slated for command of ships in Task Force 72 are trained in the art of diplomacy and where most TF72 ships are refit and repaired. It is also the headquarters for Starfleet's peacekeeping mission against the forces of the True Way in the Former Demilitarized Zone.
-==Sheliak Corporate==
+=== Starships ===
+* [[USS K'Ehleyr|USS ''K'Ehleyr'']], an [[Excelsior II Class|''Excelsior II''-class heavy cruiser,]] serving as the flagship of Task Force 72
-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.
+====Task Group 21====
+* [[Mackenzie Squadron]]
+**[[USS Mackenzie]],  an [[Excelsior II Class|''Excelsior II''-class]] heavy cruiser (Squadron Flagship)
+**[[USS Daedalus|USS ''Daedalus'']], a [[Rhode Island Class|''Rhode Island''-class]] scout
+*[[USS Cantabras|USS ''Cantabras'']], a [[Raven Class|''Raven''-class]] muilti-mission light starship
+*[[USS Riverside|USS ''Riverside'']], a [[California Class|''California''-class]] utility cruiser
+*[[USS Rubidoux|USS ''Rubidoux'']], a [[California Class|''California''-class]] utility cruiser
-It is believed that, for right now, the Corporate is content to abide by the Treaty of Armens.
+====Task Group 99====
+*[[USS Athena|USS ''Athena'']], a [[Prometheus Class|''Prometheus''-class]] heavy escort
+*[[USS Galaxy|USS ''Galaxy'']], a [[Galaxy Class|''Galaxy''-class]] explorer
+*[[USS Carlsbad|USS ''Carlsbad'']], a [[California Class|''California''-class]] utility cruiser
+*[[USS Sacramento|USS ''Sacramento'']] a [[California Class|''California''-class]] utility cruiser
+*[[Horizon Squadron]]
+**[[USS Horizon|USS ''Horizon'']], an [[Excelsior II Class|''Excelsior II''-class]] heavy cruiser (Squadron Flagship)
+**[[USS Alexandria|USS ''Alexandria'']], a [[Reliant Class|''Reliant''-class]] frigate
+**[[USS Glasgow|USS ''Glasgow'']], an [[Parliament Class|''Parliament''-class]] utility cruiser
+*[[USS Oakland|USS ''Oakland'']], a [[California Class|''California''-class]] utility cruiser
+*[[USS Galaesus|USS ''Galaesus'']], a [[Raven Class|''Raven''-class]] muilti-mission light starship
-==Gavarian Corridor==
+== Task Force History ==
+Task Force 72 is one of the oldest Task Forces in the 4th Fleet, notable for never being disbanded in the turbulent decades since its inception. Task Force 72 was formed initially as a defensive screen for the still-under-construction Starbase 72 in 2373, but its duties gradually expanded to include oversight over the majority of the Federation-Cardassian Border.
-The area, far from proper Romulan territory, contains several resource-rich worlds, formerly under Cardassian control, that were ceded to the Romulans by the Federation at the end of the [[ma:Dominion War|Dominion War]] as spoils of war. For all intents and purposes, the handful of systems are considered Romulan territory. As part of the agreement, the Romulans are given free passage through Federation space for freight ships carrying mined resources back to Romulan territory. It is a point of contention for the Cardassian people who are always in need of resource-rich worlds, and also happens to be one of the only things that reunite the three main Romulan factions formed after the fall of the former [[Romulan Star Empire]].
+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 times. Through 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 [[Fourth Fleet|4th Fleet]], to serve as one of its specialist units. Already experts at operating in diplomatically fraught regions, Task Force 72 was given the same galaxy-wide operational jurisdiction as the rest of Bravo Fleet.
-= Theater of Operations =
+== Notable Crew ==
-[[File:Alpha-Beta-Quadrant-Map-2017.jpg|250px|right]]
-== Points of Interest ==
-:''Main Article: [[:Category:Alpha Quadrant Astrometrics Database|Alpha Quadrant Homeworlds and Notable Locations]]
-*[[Gavarian Corridor]]
+=== Commanding Officers ===
-*[[Earth]]
+* Mid 2401: [[bfms_char:29961|Commodore Zack Marshall-Bennet]]
-*[[Bajor]]
+* Early 2401: [[bfms_char:56930|Captain Geronimo Fontana]]
+* Late 2399: [[bfms_char:33287|Fleet Captain Th'lora Vehl]]
-== Task Force Assets and Headquarters ==
+* Late 2399:  [[bfms_char:15311|Rear Admiral Thomas Belvedere]]
-=== Starbase 72 (Minos Korva) ===
+* Mid-2399: [[bfms_char:27965|Captain Micah Mendoza]]
-:''Main Article: [[Starbase 72]]''
+* Mid-2399: [[bfms_char:15311|Rear Admiral Thomas Belvedere]]
-:''See Also: [[Minos Korva]]''
+* Mid-2399: [[bfms_char:24059|Captain Jon Bastin]]
+* Early 2399: [[bfms_char:20384|Captain Elisabeth Basmanoff]]
-'''[[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.
+* Early 2399: [[bfms_char:13424|Commodore Julius Woodward]]
-=Task Force History=
-:''Main Article: [[Task Force 72 Timeline]]''
-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.
-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.
-=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]]
-{{TF72 Footer}}


Task Force 72
Mandate	Diplomatic Operations
Headquarters	Starbase 72
Leadership
Commander	Commodore Zack Marshall-Bennet
Deputy Commander	Captain Edward O'Gallagher
Links
BFMS	Main Website

Template:Task Force