The 76th Independent Battalion (part 7)
POSTED BY: Tristan
UPDATED: Wednesday, December 20, 2006 13:53
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Greetings! This is the discussion thread for the newly-formed 76th Independent Battalion. We are planning on marching in the DragonCon parade as a Battalion of Independent soldiers.
Last threads:
http://www.fireflyfans.net/thread.asp?b=11&t=25915
http://www.fireflyfans.net/thread.asp?b=11&t=25856
http://www.fireflyfans.net/thread.asp?b=11&t=25714
http://www.fireflyfans.net/thread.asp?b=11&t=25575
http://www.fireflyfans.net/thread.asp?b=11&t=25503
http://www.fireflyfans.net/thread.asp?b=11&t=25393
And our new website (thanks, BWTP!):
http://76thbattalion.homestead.com/index.html
We have a patch!
I'll see if I can get all of the relevant data in this first post...
The question of our history has been brought up and discussed in past threads. Just so everyone is on the same page, I will quote BabyWithThePower:
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And, just to make sure that there is no confusion as to the base history of our unit. We are a new unit, yes, but that's okay because the 76th will have been formed at the beginning of hostilities. Not as a bolstering force to the units engaged on Hera. If we are to grow together as a unit, we'll have had to fought in the trenches with one another. I know this is all ficticious, but it adds to the fun, and I want to make sure we're all on the same page.
This was my original intention, but as he posted it so well, I used his words.
Also, to prevent any single post from being taken as a new rule for the 76th, BWTP or myself will post the new "rule". That way, there will be no confusion. We will have discussions on subjects, but when the decision has been made, we will officially post it. I hope that will clear up any confusion. For the most part, everything in the first post of each of these threads are the rules so far.
We have agreed that it is important to be at least somewhat uniform in appearance...vests, coat or smock, helmet, and weapon will be the same for each trooper...at least close in pants, shirts, and boots. There are two basic uniforms that we can see, and have broken them down as follows:
Type A...basically use Mal as a model. The major item of this uniform is the long coat.
Type B....use Zoe as a model. The vest is worn over a smock-type tunic, and the mail sleeves are visible.
Both types of uniform can be worn by anyone. The Type A uniform is not reserved for the officers and the Type B uniform is not reserved for the Enlisted.
Here are other photos from the series that we are basing the costumes from:
A similar pair of pants that most of the soldiers seem to have worn can be found here:
http://www.wwmerc.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?item=CM83&type=store&catego
ry=3930
Another alternative has been found by Quandom and is located here:
http://www.blockaderunner.com/Catalog/catpg14.htm
BoomerGoodheart found yet another alternative here:
http://jas-townsend.com/product_info.php?cPath=1_4&products_id=461
Any of the above pants will work. It will be necessary to add a dark brown stripe down the sides.
Vest:
Tristan is designing one now:
I have decided to go with the simple three-line pattern to make the vest more generic as well as quicker and easier to construct.
These should be available for purchase beginning in February. For those that want the pattern and a cloth swatch to mat
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DocJubal has stepped up to the plate and has become not only the person to talk to about a weapon question, but the author of the 76th's history.
Enclosed is the official "History of the 76th Independent Battalion":
Unification was not delayed by the brilliance of the Independent High Command, nor by possession of superior weapons and fleets, nor by materiel superiority on the part of the Independent faction. The War lasted five long years because of the almost incomprehensible devotion of the average volunteer to the Independent cause. Perhaps the clearest example of that devotion was the number of volunteer companies and battalions raised against Unification. These volunteer formations were often more effective than the planetary defense militias of the varied Independent world governments...
Yet another example was the 76th Independent Battalion. Raised on Dyton by a well-to-do merchant in dry goods, the 76th swiftly filled its ranks, and were deployed almost immediately. They soon earned their reputation as a determined, fearless unit, winning victories in the face of overwhelming odds...
A shortage of transport kept the 76th from being redeployed to New Kashmir, one of the few major campaigns that the 76th did not fight in. They were not so lucky at Du-Khang...
Details are frustratingly scant. What is known is that an Alliance light cruiser, the Warspite, overhauled and boarded the bulk freighter (Leaves of Autumn) that the survivors of the 76th were embarked on. In a sharp, savage ambush, the 76th drove off the Alliance customs and inspection detachment. The 76th then fought a boarding action of their own, subduing the crew and taking Warspite captive. A prize crew brought Warspite into orbit around Beaumonde, and the Independent Fleets’ Council paid a generous prize bounty to both the crew of the freighter and the 76th. With this prize money, and the renown gained in this exploit, the battalion was able to resupply, renew itself, and recruit with excellent personnel. Refreshed and back at strength, the 76th was summoned to the defense of Hera, arriving shortly before the Alliance became impenetrable...
The 76th lived up to their gallant reputation in Serenity Valley. They were one of only a few units to “hold the line” with the 57th “Overlanders”, well after their generals had given up...
Alliance losses in the last days of the battle, after the generals’ capitulation, were shocking. High Marshal Kurtz, surveying the carnage after the end of hostilities, remarked bitterly that “if this was the fruit of victory, may I never see defeat”. It is ominous – but not surprising, given such devotion – that rumours persist of an Independent resistance movement, which hopes to rise again...
Sergeants and Seraphim: The Reunification War
Marshal Bao Gu (ret)
Alliance War College, School Of Strategic Understanding
Thank you, Doc, for creating something that sends chills down my spine!
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Commanding Officer of the 76th Independent Battalion 
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Originally posted by Tristan:
Thank you, Doc, for creating something that sends chills down my spine!
I'd like to second that. Well done indeed.
Is it open for anyone to write excerpts of "The tales of the 76th"? While I've avoided writing any fanfic so far (so as not to offend any purists/shippers), I feel this is an area I might be able to write something decent.
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Demolitions specialist for the 76th Independent Battalion.
From blowing open locked fridges, to destroying Alliance gun emplacements, it's all fun for me.
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Good morning...and WOW...we have a coat..now a backstory!! Wow....
The order for the patches (with the blue star) has been confirmed by OutToTheBlack, so hopefully I'll be able to report positively on that soon.
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May I 2nd that Wow! I have printed a copy out and I am going to study it until I know it as well as I know myownself... well - I am going to know it well!
I love that an idea was floated and we browncoats are so very ready to 'run with it'... I really wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who is putting time and effort into making this happen - you don't know how much I am looking forward to coming to the USA and meeting my commrades in the flesh...
Thank you so much Tristan for the hours you've already put into it - and to BabywiththePower for the awesome website! DocJubal you have such imagination and knowlege - thank you too!
*sigh* how many more days until D*C?
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"I can put one foot in front of the other - I'm Magdalena, & I'm marching with the 76th" http://76thbattalion.homestead.com/index.html
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I know I'm not involved with this, but may I please interject quickly that you all are awesome and shiny!
OMG.. I'm so impressed with what you guys are doing, and the backstory? Simply perfect!
Tristan and all, your idea and your actions make all of us Browncoats proud!
You all are going to make history!!
Go to www.goodworkspresents.org to find out how to honor the Captain!
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Morning, all!
From the last thread, Browncoat1, thank you for that...I am still trying to find the right cloth for the look and flow of the coat. I should have that nailed down in a week or so!
Nico, DocJubal is the "historian", but if you would like to contact him directly, I am sure you can talk to him about that. It would seem mor organized if one person handles our history, that way there is not the possibility of confusing or conflicting storylines.
The only thing we ask of everyone is that if you do think about writing about the 76th, that you not just post it on the threads. If you do have something you would like to add, contact DocJubal.
Sister, thank you for the update. We are looking forward to the "report". 
Magda, thank you, too. Everyone involved in this is giving it their all, and that is truly shiny! Not that much longer, and we will be marching together!
FollowMal, thank you for that! And why are you not involved? You don't have to be marching to be a member of the 76th, you know...we take everyone! If you are interested in joining, please feel free to do so. We'd love to have you as part of our Battalion!
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Commanding Officer of the 76th Independent Battalion
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Every day something new pops up on these threads. I'm so damn proud. *wiping tear*
BoomerGoodheart
Renegade Military Supplier
"I love my Captain."
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Same here. I'm pleased to announce the site has over 600 views. More than I expected in such a short time.
Also, I created a dedicated board for us. That's not to say discussion can't continue here, but it's much easier keeping things organized on proboards than it is here (once you use it for awhile, you'll understand), and it'll be a place to organize for our members who are not on FFF.net (there are currenty 4). I'd like you guys to check it out and tell me what you think (when you get time, as it's not imperative). Only the basic layout is present at the moment, but I'm putting the 'suggestions' board open to everyone, so you can post items there if you'd like. The URL is here:
http://76thbattalion.proboards59.com/index.cgi
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I'll be in my bunk.
XO of the 76th Battalion http://76thbattalion.homestead.com/index.html
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Y'all so very kind. *smiles* I hope everyone who reads of our history will take as much pleasure from it as you have.
In other news... I have two M41K2 airsoft models coming after the holidays. The long body (33"), six-hole model. I think I'll tart up one as an LMG, and one as a SL8/SL9 sniper variant. Would people like pictures and "how-to" advice as the projects progress?
And if so, would you like a thread here? On the new 76th board? Both?
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"Jubal 'Doc' Harris" // Bill Ernoehazy
SGT, 76th Independent Battalion
Ever marched with the Independents?
Wanna?
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