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[[File:300px-UNSC.jpg|thumb|right|The logo for the [[United Nations Space Command Defense Force]].]]
[[File:300px-UNSC.jpg|thumb|right|The logo for the [[United Nations Space Command Defense Force]].]]
'''UNSC Fleet Command''', colloquially known as '''FLEETCOM''', is the primary operations group of the [[United Nations Space Command]] [[UNSC Navy|Navy]], responsible for ship deployment, mission structures, and space operations.<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]'''</ref> It is subordinate to the [[UNSC Naval Command]]. All naval vessels report through FLEETCOM and the commanding [[admiral]]s of the UNSC.  
'''UNSC Fleet Command''', colloquially known as '''FLEETCOM''', is the primary operations group of the [[United Nations Space Command]] [[UNSC Navy|Navy]], responsible for ship deployment, mission structures, and space operations.<ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]'''</ref> It is subordinate to the [[UNSC Naval Command]]. All naval vessels report through FLEETCOM and the commanding [[admiral]]s of the UNSC.  
FLEETCOM has two known headquarters, [[Fleet Command Headquarters|one]] on the planet [[Reach]] in [[New Alexandria]], and another in [[Sydney]], [[Australia]], on [[Earth]].


==Special Operations Command==
==Special Operations Command==
Fleet Command's Special Operations Command (SPEC-OPCOM) is the parent branch of [[UNSC Special Forces|Naval Special Warfare]] (NAVSPECWAR), the [[SPARTAN Program|SPARTANs']] service branch.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 232''</ref>
Fleet Command's Special Operations Command (SPEC-OPCOM) is the parent branch of [[UNSC Special Forces|Naval Special Warfare]] (NAVSPECWAR), the [[SPARTAN Program|SPARTANs']] service branch.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 232''</ref>


==FLEETCOM Admirals==
==FLEETCOM admirals==
[[File:UNSC_General.png|thumb|right|The insignia for an [[admiral]].]]
[[File:UNSC General.png|thumb|right|The insignia for an [[admiral]].]]
Known admirals of the [[UNSC Navy]]:
Known admirals of the [[UNSC Navy]]:
*[[Roland Freemont]]
*[[Roland Freemont]]
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*[[H.T. Ward]]
*[[H.T. Ward]]
*[[Alexander Reaves]]
*[[Alexander Reaves]]
==Headquarters==
FLEETCOM has two known headquarters, [[Fleet Command Headquarters|one]] on the planet [[Reach]] in [[New Alexandria]], and another in [[Sydney]], [[Australia]], on [[Earth]].


==Campaigns==
==Campaigns==
FLEETCOM has participated in nearly every UNSC space [[battle]] to date in some way. either minor or major. FLEETCOM designates orders to UNSC [[fleet]]s during interstellar warfare operations.
FLEETCOM has participated in nearly every UNSC space [[battle]] to date in some way. either minor or major. FLEETCOM designates orders to UNSC [[fleet]]s during interstellar warfare operations.
Some of the space battles that FLEETCOM was responsible for:
*[[Battle of Earth]]
*[[Battle of Sigma Octanus IV]]
*[[Battle of Onyx]]
*[[Battle of Reach]]


In 2517, FLEETCOM Headquarters on Reach ordered [[Lieutenant]] [[Jacob Keyes]] to pilot the ''[[Han]]'' for [[Catherine Elizabeth Halsey|Dr. Catherine Halsey]] to evaluate the [[SPARTAN-II Program|SPARTAN-II]] candidates.<ref>'''Halo: The Fall of Reach''', ''page 14''</ref>
In 2517, FLEETCOM Headquarters on Reach ordered [[Lieutenant]] [[Jacob Keyes]] to pilot the ''[[Han]]'' for [[Catherine Elizabeth Halsey|Dr. Catherine Halsey]] to evaluate the [[SPARTAN-II Program|SPARTAN-II]] candidates.<ref>'''Halo: The Fall of Reach''', ''page 14''</ref>


During the [[Fall of Reach]], FLEETCOM HQ commanded over 150 vessels of the [[Epsilon Eridani Defense Fleet]] as well as the twenty [[Orbital Defense Platform]]s when the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] [[Fleet of Particular Justice]] invaded the colony. Nonetheless, Reach was glassed, with FLEETCOM HQ being one of the first headquarters to fall.
During the [[Fall of Reach]], FLEETCOM HQ commanded over 150 vessels of the [[Epsilon Eridani Defense Fleet]] as well as the twenty [[Orbital Defense Platform]]s when the [[Covenant Empire|Covenant]] [[Fleet of Particular Justice]] invaded the colony. Nonetheless, Reach was glassed, with FLEETCOM HQ being one of the first headquarters to fall.


==FLEETCOM Sectors==
==FLEETCOM Sectors==
{{Seealso|Sector|FLEETCOM Sector Three|FLEETCOM Sector One}}
{{Main|Sector}}
A ''sector'' is a region of space as identified by the United Nations Space Command. Sectors usually contain several star systems, some of which contain UNSC colony worlds. Other sectors contain no planets at all.
A ''sector'' is a region of space as identified by the United Nations Space Command. Sectors usually contain several star systems, some of which contain UNSC colony worlds. Other sectors contain no planets at all.


The UNSC Navy designates sectors as "FLEETCOM Sector (number)" to denote the division of command the sector's inhabitants fall under. Other sectors are simply designated "Sector (letter)-(three numbers)".
The UNSC Navy designates sectors as "FLEETCOM Sector (number)" to denote the division of command the sector's inhabitants fall under. Other sectors are simply designated "Sector (letter)-(three numbers)".


There are two known FLEETCOM Sectors:
There are three known FLEETCOM Sectors:
*[[FLEETCOM Sector One|Sector One]] - This sector of UNSC-controlled space includes the colonies and planets of the [[Epsilon Eridani]], [[Tantalus]], and [[Lambda Serpentis]] systems. UNSC naval forces there were commanded by [[Admiral]] [[Roland Freemont]] [[Fall of Reach]] in Summer 2552. Sector One's forces were ordered to defend [[Reach]] at all costs.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 289''</ref>
*[[FLEETCOM Sector One|Sector One]] - This sector of UNSC-controlled space includes the colonies and planets of the [[Epsilon Eridani]], [[Tantalus]], and [[Lambda Serpentis]] systems. UNSC naval forces there were commanded by [[Admiral]] [[Roland Freemont]] [[Fall of Reach]] in Summer 2552. Sector One's forces were ordered to defend [[Reach]] at all costs.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]''', ''page 289''</ref>
*[[FLEETCOM Sector Three|Sector Three]] - This sector of UNSC-controlled space includes the [[Sigma Octanus System]]. Commanded by [[Admiral]] [[Hieronymus Michael Stanforth]] in 2552, this sector was the site of the [[Battle of Sigma Octanus IV]], one of the UNSC's few major victories against the Covenant.
*[[FLEETCOM Sector Three|Sector Three]] - This sector of UNSC-controlled space includes the [[Sigma Octanus System]]. Commanded by [[Admiral]] [[Hieronymus Michael Stanforth]] in 2552, this sector was the site of the [[Battle of Sigma Octanus IV]], one of the UNSC's few major victories against the Covenant.
*[[FLEETCOM Sector Four|Sector Four]] - This sector of UNSC-controlled space includes the [[Eridanus system]].  During the decision process for [[SPARTAN-II]] candidates, [[Dr. Halsey]] visited the system to observe [[John-117]] a few months before he was abducted.
*[[FLEETCOM Sector Four|Sector Four]] - This sector of UNSC-controlled space includes the [[Eridanus system]].  During the decision process for [[SPARTAN-II]] candidates, [[Dr. Halsey]] visited the system to observe [[John-117]] a few months before he was abducted.


==Fleet Ships==
==Fleet ships==
{{Seealso|Fleet}}
{{Main|UNSC fleet}}
FLEETCOM controls a variety of different types of ships and vessels, each designed and utilized in battle-specific roles in interstellar warfare. Below is a comprehensive listing of some of the types of vessels that are incorporated in a standard UNSC fleet:
FLEETCOM controls a variety of different types of ships and vessels, each designed and utilized in battle-specific roles in interstellar warfare. Below is a comprehensive listing of some of the types of vessels that are incorporated in a standard UNSC fleet:


*[[UNSC Frigate|Frigate]] - These relatively small and lightly armed ships typically escort larger vessels.
*[[UNSC frigate|Frigate]] - These relatively small and lightly armed ships typically escort larger vessels.


*[[UNSC Destroyer|Destroyer]] - Similarly to frigtes, UNSC destroyers also provide escort for larger ships, though they are more capable of direct combat.
*[[UNSC destroyer|Destroyer]] - Similarly to frigtes, UNSC destroyers also provide escort for larger ships, though they are more capable of direct combat.


*[[UNSC Carrier|Carrier]] - A small amount of these massive ships that deploy fighter ships and groundside troops can be seen in a standard UNSC fleet.
*[[UNSC carrier|Carrier]] - A small amount of these massive ships that deploy fighter ships and groundside troops can be seen in a standard UNSC fleet.


*[[Cruiser]] - A handful of these gigantic, heavily armed, and heavily armored capital warships that emphasize armor and weaponry over fighter/troop deployment can be seen in a standard UNSC fleet.
*[[Cruiser]] - A handful of these gigantic, heavily armed, and heavily armored capital warships that emphasize armor and weaponry over fighter/troop deployment can be seen in a standard UNSC fleet.
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**[[Halcyon-class Cruiser|''Halcyon''-class cruiser]] - These cruisers were largely obsolete by the outbreak of the Human-Covenant War, and many were scrapped.
**[[Halcyon-class Cruiser|''Halcyon''-class cruiser]] - These cruisers were largely obsolete by the outbreak of the Human-Covenant War, and many were scrapped.


*[[UNSC Prowler|Prowler]] - Prowlers serve as electronic warfare and intelligence gathering vessels, as well as mine layers. One Prowler is assigned to each UNSC fleet and battlegroup.
*[[UNSC prowler|Prowler]] - Prowlers serve as electronic warfare and intelligence gathering vessels, as well as mine layers. One prowler is assigned to each UNSC fleet and battlegroup.


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
*[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]] {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: First Strike]]''
*''[[Halo: Ghosts of Onyx]]''
*''[[Halo: Evolutions - Essential Tales of the Halo Universe]]''
**''[[The Impossible Life and the Possible Death of Preston J. Cole]]''


==Sources==
==Sources==
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[[Category:United Nations Space Command Defense Force]]
[[Category:United Nations Space Command Defense Force]]

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File:300px-UNSC.jpg
The logo for the United Nations Space Command Defense Force.

UNSC Fleet Command, colloquially known as FLEETCOM, is the primary operations group of the United Nations Space Command Navy, responsible for ship deployment, mission structures, and space operations.[1] It is subordinate to the UNSC Naval Command. All naval vessels report through FLEETCOM and the commanding admirals of the UNSC.

FLEETCOM has two known headquarters, one on the planet Reach in New Alexandria, and another in Sydney, Australia, on Earth.

Special Operations Command

Fleet Command's Special Operations Command (SPEC-OPCOM) is the parent branch of Naval Special Warfare (NAVSPECWAR), the SPARTANs' service branch.[2]

FLEETCOM admirals

File:UNSC General.png
The insignia for an admiral.

Known admirals of the UNSC Navy:

Campaigns

FLEETCOM has participated in nearly every UNSC space battle to date in some way. either minor or major. FLEETCOM designates orders to UNSC fleets during interstellar warfare operations.

In 2517, FLEETCOM Headquarters on Reach ordered Lieutenant Jacob Keyes to pilot the Han for Dr. Catherine Halsey to evaluate the SPARTAN-II candidates.[3]

During the Fall of Reach, FLEETCOM HQ commanded over 150 vessels of the Epsilon Eridani Defense Fleet as well as the twenty Orbital Defense Platforms when the Covenant Fleet of Particular Justice invaded the colony. Nonetheless, Reach was glassed, with FLEETCOM HQ being one of the first headquarters to fall.

FLEETCOM Sectors

Main article: Sector

A sector is a region of space as identified by the United Nations Space Command. Sectors usually contain several star systems, some of which contain UNSC colony worlds. Other sectors contain no planets at all.

The UNSC Navy designates sectors as "FLEETCOM Sector (number)" to denote the division of command the sector's inhabitants fall under. Other sectors are simply designated "Sector (letter)-(three numbers)".

There are three known FLEETCOM Sectors:

Fleet ships

Main article: UNSC fleet

FLEETCOM controls a variety of different types of ships and vessels, each designed and utilized in battle-specific roles in interstellar warfare. Below is a comprehensive listing of some of the types of vessels that are incorporated in a standard UNSC fleet:

  • Frigate - These relatively small and lightly armed ships typically escort larger vessels.
  • Destroyer - Similarly to frigtes, UNSC destroyers also provide escort for larger ships, though they are more capable of direct combat.
  • Carrier - A small amount of these massive ships that deploy fighter ships and groundside troops can be seen in a standard UNSC fleet.
  • Cruiser - A handful of these gigantic, heavily armed, and heavily armored capital warships that emphasize armor and weaponry over fighter/troop deployment can be seen in a standard UNSC fleet.
    • Marathon-class cruiser - These cruisers are the primary vessels in many USNC task forces and fleets. They are heavily armed and heavily armored.
    • Halcyon-class cruiser - These cruisers were largely obsolete by the outbreak of the Human-Covenant War, and many were scrapped.
  • Prowler - Prowlers serve as electronic warfare and intelligence gathering vessels, as well as mine layers. One prowler is assigned to each UNSC fleet and battlegroup.

List of appearances

Sources

  1. ^ Halo Encyclopedia
  2. ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 232
  3. ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 14
  4. ^ Halo: The Fall of Reach, page 289
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