2548

2548 was a year in the 2540s in the 26th century.

June
June 4 June 6
 * Michael "Mickey" Crespo enlists in the UNSC Marine Corps.
 * Benjamín Nùñez enlists in the UNSC Marine Corps.

Unknown

 * Roland Huffman and Niraj Shah join the United Nations Space Command armed forces.
 * The M392 Designated Marksman Rifle, having been steadily phased out in favor of the BR55 Service Rifle for some time, is replaced by the BR55 Heavy Barrel Service Rifle in all branches but the Army.
 * The Covenant launch their first attack on the Outer Colony of Meridian; the UNSC are successful in repelling this attack.
 * The MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor/CQC variant enters service.
 * The Battle of Meridian takes place.