Battle of Crossing (3000)
| Battle of Crossing (3000) | |
|---|---|
| Conflict details | |
| Part of | Third Succession War |
| Start Date | May 3000[1] |
| Planet(s) | Crossing |
| Result | Planet captured by Federated Suns. |
| Attacking Forces | |
| Affiliation | Federated Suns |
| Command(s) | McKinnon's Company[1] Seventh Crucis Lancers[1] |
| Defending Forces | |
| Affiliation | Draconis Combine |
| Other Forces | |
Overview
In May 3000 the Federated Suns launched a recon-in-force against Crossing and Benet III. Upon landing on Crossing McKinnon's Company would find that the world was almost undefended. Taking advantage of this unexpected situation the rest of the Seventh Crucis Lancers quickly moved to capture Crossing.[1]
Units involved
Federated Suns
Draconis Combine
Reference
Bibliography
- The Hand that Feeds (novella)