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The Iron Jaegers Tactical Marine Battalion

The Marine Contingent on StarBase 118 is the Iron Jaegers Tactical Marine Battalion. The Jaegers is a division within the Starfleet Marine Corps that specializes in base operations and small scale conflicts. This specialization reflects the unique challenges that Marines face when stationed on one of the mammoth Starbase's throughout Federation Space leaving them operating in a 'catch all' role.

The Iron Jaegers are always ready to respond to the needs of the fleet. Be it defense of the station itself, or the provision of ground forces by ally planets and races in the area, the men and women of the Iron Jaegers are the best in their chosen fields, hand-picked for this specific assignment. While the numbers on paper may seem small for a Station of such a large size, each soldier can be considered a force multiplier on their own, having received the pinnacle of special forces training.

Division Personnel Breakdown

The 9th Marine Battalion “Iron Jaegers” (9th of the 888th Screaming Eagles Division)

• Led by Major Tatash and a Marine Captain as XO and a Sgt Major

*Alpha Company (Infantry) “Paladins”

The Paladins are the day to day rapid reaction unit of the Starbase's marine contingent. Always the first in and the last out in a combat situation and kept on standby for most high profile events. While not not the most heavily armed or armored, they have a reputation for getting the job done with minimal collateral damage. They pride themselves on being able to get to the battle area in half the time of any other platoon. Most new troopers will find themselves posted within the Paladins before choosing a more specialized role within the others.

• Led by a Captain and a 1st LT as XO and a Master Sgt

*Bravo Company (SWAT) “Juggernauts”

The Juggernauts are the heavy troops of 118's corps, specialized in high-risk dynamic entries and clearing urban areas. When it comes to carrying out high intensity operations in the built up area's of the station and it's notorious underbelly, there is no finer squad. Their gear reflects the higher operational risk they routinely face, with high levels of armor protection and access to assault weaponry, and usually they focus more on trying to disable and capture rogue elements rather then outright neutralize them, usually working closely on scene with Starfleet Security.

• Led by a Captain and a 1st LT as XO and a Master Sgt

*Charlie Company (Reconnaissance) “Stilettos”

The Stilettos specialize in battlefield intelligence gathering and more clandestine operations, usually involving Starfleet Intelligence assets on the ground. They tend to operate in small units rather then the larger fire team and squad based deployments of the larger squads, their specialism in stealth and asymmetrical warfare. Their equipment tends to be the lightest but most specialist, with long range/suppressed weapons and laser designation systems for orbital/sub orbital bombardment. They carry the motto of 'Who Dares, Wins', throwing back to their mysterious origins from a famed British military unit.

• Led by a Captain and a 1st LT as XO and a Master Sgt

*Delta Company (SARS) “Archangels”

The Archangels are the specialist Search and Rescue arm of the Corps, carrying out specialist medical evacuations from situations where conventional medic's would fear to tread. While the inside of the station is generally safe, there are still numerous pitfalls and industrial area's that present a unique set of challenges for access, not to mention any off-world missions and distress calls that may occur in local space. The Archangels also fulfull the role of battlefield medics during wartime situations and during peacetime tend to work closely or internally within Starfleet Medical.

• Led by Major Dal and a 1st LT as XO and a Master Gunnery Sgt

*Echo Company (CAS) “Raptors”

The Raptors are the stations aerial defence force. While the station itself can generally fend off any aggressors with her powerful main batteries, there has always been a requirement for a mobile force that can deploy at a moments notice to escort smaller ships or respond to distress calls faster then it would take to mobilize a whole Starship. The Raptors consist of ace pilots from numerous squadrons, 118 seen as a post of honor protecting one of Starfleets key installations. They are also capable and trained to offer close-air support to ground based operators as required, with pinpoint munition deployment. This company includes numerous ground crew and mechanics that ensure the craft remain in peak operation.

• Led by a Captain and a 1st LT as XO and a Master Sgt

Size of Company's

Fire Team (4 marines) – Led by a PFC Squad – 3 Fire Teams (12 marines), Led by a Sgt Platoons – 4 Squads (48 Marines) Led by a 2nd Lt and a Staff Sgt or Gunnery Sgt Companies – 4 Platoons (192 Marines)

All land and space vehicles operated by the base Marines are maintained by the Engineering Department on the Starbase in conjunction with Marines specialized in the crafts themselves.

Capabilities and Specialties

The 'Iron Jaegers' consists of men and women who are specialists in their fields of study. Some Engineers, others Scientists, more than not some work with Demolitions or are qualified Pilots. Whatever their occupation, the Marines are trained for heavy-duty battle scenarios that Flag-Officers would have to withdraw from, as well as defense for the station in the event of an attack. This specific division is also able to respond to the needs of federation worlds within the vicinity, providing protection both on land and in space when needed.

Starbase Marines have a semi-Bridge in their facility named the CIC. This hub of sorts acts as their Control Room for deployment of equipment and troops, managing their duty rosters and maintaining communications between members of the division. The CIC Controllers work closely with the designated Marine Bridge Officer to coordinate rescue operations and an on base military presence when required. There is always a Marine on duty in the main Starbase 118 Command and Control center.

Peacetime Operations

Currently, the Starfleet Marines operate in a galactic time of peace. Though some divisions may be participating in combat at this time, it is not spread across all of Federation space. As such, many divisions, including the pilot 118th division program, operate under peacetime rules.

To take this a bit higher, the 'Iron Jaegers' are tasked with integrating with Starfleet personnel aboard Starbase 118 rather than falling into the same old rivalry and arguments of days gone by. In order to facilitate this integration, many aspects of this division are handled and supported by teams and departments on the Starbase under the employ of Starfleet.