"Never Unprepared"
Blackwater RANGERS
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The Commonwealth of West Elizabeth's Mounted Rangers, more commonly known as the "Blackwater Rangers" as well as "Rad's Rangers" or simply, "Mounted Rangers", is an elite independent ranger regiment based out of Blackwater, West Elizabeth. Established in 1899 to maintain order in the Five Frontier States. The Rangers combine military, frontiering, and judicial functions under federal jurisdiction along similar lines to the North-West Mounted Police, and deploy primarily to protect the state of West Elizabeth as well as the innocent populace. The Rangers are responsible for extending law and order across the frontier, with the prospect of establishing good working relationships with the innocent populace. The Rangers are an elite outfit, they are a volunteer special force renowned as much for their shrewd capabilities as their bravery and combat prowess. Primarily trained as a rapidly deployed light infantry & cavalry force tasked mainly with reconnaissance as well as conducting guerrilla warfare and special operations against targets during wartime. In addition to wartime duties, the Rangers are also tasked with legal, peacekeeping, bounty hunting, wilderness hunting and trading as well as other responsibilities. The Rangers take inspiration from Rogers' Rangers and the North-West Mounted Police.
The Rangers assist in the construction and protection of the railways and trains, including peacefully relocating communities living along the route. The force establishes a wide network of posts and patrols, enabling them to protect and assist the local populace who reside in the frontier. The living conditions of the Rangers on the frontier are spartan and often uncomfortable. The Rangers are renowned for their particular ability to adapt to facing challenges and changing situations, a feat in which they excel in, especially when in wartime.
On many occasions, the force was deployed to protect sovereignty of the innocent populace and the United States over the Frontier states and to manage the influx of crime and violence. Many of the Rangers have experience in the wars of the 19th century and in recognition, are recognized as veterans.
The Rangers' origins date back to 1894 but it was not until 1899 that it was stood up, initially as the Regiment of Rifles but was later changed to a frontier fighting force to combat threats that the government typically could not. Unlike the U.S. Military of the time, who wore tan and blue coats, the Rangers wear a distinctive dark green jacket, which provides them good camouflage. A good Ranger is expected to think for himself; if he cannot not read, he is taught, in order to give him a fair chance at life. The class distinctions between officers and men still exist in “the Rangers” but trust and respect are emphasized: officers, for example, regularly dine with their men. Officers are also expected to become marksmen at least as expert as their soldiers.
The Rangers assist in the construction and protection of the railways and trains, including peacefully relocating communities living along the route. The force establishes a wide network of posts and patrols, enabling them to protect and assist the local populace who reside in the frontier. The living conditions of the Rangers on the frontier are spartan and often uncomfortable. The Rangers are renowned for their particular ability to adapt to facing challenges and changing situations, a feat in which they excel in, especially when in wartime.
On many occasions, the force was deployed to protect sovereignty of the innocent populace and the United States over the Frontier states and to manage the influx of crime and violence. Many of the Rangers have experience in the wars of the 19th century and in recognition, are recognized as veterans.
The Rangers' origins date back to 1894 but it was not until 1899 that it was stood up, initially as the Regiment of Rifles but was later changed to a frontier fighting force to combat threats that the government typically could not. Unlike the U.S. Military of the time, who wore tan and blue coats, the Rangers wear a distinctive dark green jacket, which provides them good camouflage. A good Ranger is expected to think for himself; if he cannot not read, he is taught, in order to give him a fair chance at life. The class distinctions between officers and men still exist in “the Rangers” but trust and respect are emphasized: officers, for example, regularly dine with their men. Officers are also expected to become marksmen at least as expert as their soldiers.
A few bullets, in the right targets, can turn the course of battle...
The Rangers are best at their craft, virtually no enemy is safe from the Rangers. Members are armed with very accurate rifles, and can outshoot targets at very long range. Anyone hit is almost certain to be taken out of the fight. They are right to consider themselves a cut above ordinary infantrymen, and this attitude gives them an unbreakable spirit. The Rangers are excellent warfighters, and pride themselves on being infantrymen first and foremost. Besides frontier warfare, they are able fight as elite infantry, using disciplined and effective fire to inflict casualties on the enemy. They are also perfectly capable of closing with an enemy and giving a good account of themselves in a melee.
Common nicknames given to the Rangers are usually "rifles" or as some variant of "hunters" such as "chasseurs" or "jaegers", these men are elites and are unmatched. Members who join are selected on the basis of intelligence and resourcefulness, and often because of a background as poachers or gamekeepers. Whatever they are called, the Rangers are not expected to fight fair, but to win every fight they see themselves in.
The Rangers are best at their craft, virtually no enemy is safe from the Rangers. Members are armed with very accurate rifles, and can outshoot targets at very long range. Anyone hit is almost certain to be taken out of the fight. They are right to consider themselves a cut above ordinary infantrymen, and this attitude gives them an unbreakable spirit. The Rangers are excellent warfighters, and pride themselves on being infantrymen first and foremost. Besides frontier warfare, they are able fight as elite infantry, using disciplined and effective fire to inflict casualties on the enemy. They are also perfectly capable of closing with an enemy and giving a good account of themselves in a melee.
Common nicknames given to the Rangers are usually "rifles" or as some variant of "hunters" such as "chasseurs" or "jaegers", these men are elites and are unmatched. Members who join are selected on the basis of intelligence and resourcefulness, and often because of a background as poachers or gamekeepers. Whatever they are called, the Rangers are not expected to fight fair, but to win every fight they see themselves in.
Tasks
In addition to being a government sponsored organization, the Rangers operate in a mercenary-like fashion, providing assistance to other organizations as necessary. The Rangers are altruistic and operate according to a strict set of morals. The Rangers perform a variety of specialized tasks, handling things that are too difficult or outside of a regular army's or law enforcement role. They are trained to be ready for anything and everything, and act both as a special operation and shock troops unit in wartime. One special role of the Rangers is a kill squad, a small force of Rangers tasked with eliminating individuals who have become especially dangerous enemies of the United States Government. The Rangers are also responsible for supply, ordnance and transportation operations, acquisition, maintenance and distribution of all manner of supplies for surrounding settlements, friendly forces as well as the state of West Elizabeth.
The Rangers are organized strategically. One of the common tasks Rangers are provided with is patrolling West Elizabeth and the Five Frontier States. They then report to a Ranger outpost, who then relay their message to their main base (Camp McCarren) who will then analyze any found threat and directly call reinforcements from either the rest of the Rangers, or other government factions if low-enough threats.
The Rangers have a fearsome reputation with outside hostile factions. Some people believe that they can "chew nails and spit death." Rangers are well endowed frontiersmen, they are masters at many disciplines and adapt as necessary. Rangers fight smartly: the first tactic against the enemy is to prevent them from doing their worst, and the second is to harass and finish off the main body of the enemy. Rangers are well trained in using every scrap of cover and every fold in the landscape to hide. This makes them hard to spot and worse...hard to kill.
The Rangers are organized strategically. One of the common tasks Rangers are provided with is patrolling West Elizabeth and the Five Frontier States. They then report to a Ranger outpost, who then relay their message to their main base (Camp McCarren) who will then analyze any found threat and directly call reinforcements from either the rest of the Rangers, or other government factions if low-enough threats.
The Rangers have a fearsome reputation with outside hostile factions. Some people believe that they can "chew nails and spit death." Rangers are well endowed frontiersmen, they are masters at many disciplines and adapt as necessary. Rangers fight smartly: the first tactic against the enemy is to prevent them from doing their worst, and the second is to harass and finish off the main body of the enemy. Rangers are well trained in using every scrap of cover and every fold in the landscape to hide. This makes them hard to spot and worse...hard to kill.
Origins and Mobilization
At the start of the Restoration Period in 1899, most armies thought of light troops as auxiliaries to the infantry. The establishment of the Rangers lies upon the success of previous irregular forces that exercises frontier warfare in the 18th century. Part of the genius in the Rangers lays in taking existing ideas and making them work really well: the Rangers expertly organize proportions of various troop types, and make sure that attacking columns were well supported by swarms of skirmishers. Originally, the name had come about because they are expected to maintain extreme marksmanship standards, and as such, prove excellent fighters.
The Rangers, part of the federal component of the United States Government, are an internal force, composed of military and judicial functions. All members of the Rangers of the United States are also members of the militia of the United States as defined by 10 U.S.C. § 246. The Rangers are under the dual control of the state and federal government.
Members of the Rangers are allowed to hold a civilian occupation and also serving part-time as a Ranger. These Rangers can be augmented by a cadre of personnel from the United States government, including federal law enforcement and military.
In 1889, the first federal frontiering unitwas formed in the last of the continental Five Frontier States by West Elizabeth by merging U.S. Marshals and a U.S. Army Cavalry group together for these purposes. Various frontiering, military and militia units then later became established but were disbanded by 1897. The first muster of a permanent force took place in November 1894, in Blackwater but was disbanded after a financial issues. Appropriately enough, this muster occurred in the shadow of a former war and the newly established Rangers were assigned to guard the frontier. Every major town has at least one militia platoon (usually commanded by an officer with the rank of lieutenant) and the Rangers are formed into a regiment of companies (commanded by an officer with the rank of major - colonel).
In 1898, with passage of the Frontier Act, the unit's requirements were formed. It required the Rangers to be divided into two primary sections. Military for the first section, to be established as a professional standing force with organized militia functions, and judicial functions for the second section. Congress also authorized the Rangers to maintain Home Guards, which are reserve forces akin to the National Guard.
In 1899, Congress finalized the organizational law enforcement and military components by mandating that all of it's personnel take a special enlistment and thus enter as federal members. From it's founding throughout into the early 20th century, the United States maintained only a minimal army and relied on specialized frontier units and state militias. As a result of the American-Indian War, Congress was called upon to form and regulate training and qualification of a permanent force, with the West Elizabeth government being the first to establish the force.
The Rangers, part of the federal component of the United States Government, are an internal force, composed of military and judicial functions. All members of the Rangers of the United States are also members of the militia of the United States as defined by 10 U.S.C. § 246. The Rangers are under the dual control of the state and federal government.
Members of the Rangers are allowed to hold a civilian occupation and also serving part-time as a Ranger. These Rangers can be augmented by a cadre of personnel from the United States government, including federal law enforcement and military.
In 1889, the first federal frontiering unitwas formed in the last of the continental Five Frontier States by West Elizabeth by merging U.S. Marshals and a U.S. Army Cavalry group together for these purposes. Various frontiering, military and militia units then later became established but were disbanded by 1897. The first muster of a permanent force took place in November 1894, in Blackwater but was disbanded after a financial issues. Appropriately enough, this muster occurred in the shadow of a former war and the newly established Rangers were assigned to guard the frontier. Every major town has at least one militia platoon (usually commanded by an officer with the rank of lieutenant) and the Rangers are formed into a regiment of companies (commanded by an officer with the rank of major - colonel).
In 1898, with passage of the Frontier Act, the unit's requirements were formed. It required the Rangers to be divided into two primary sections. Military for the first section, to be established as a professional standing force with organized militia functions, and judicial functions for the second section. Congress also authorized the Rangers to maintain Home Guards, which are reserve forces akin to the National Guard.
In 1899, Congress finalized the organizational law enforcement and military components by mandating that all of it's personnel take a special enlistment and thus enter as federal members. From it's founding throughout into the early 20th century, the United States maintained only a minimal army and relied on specialized frontier units and state militias. As a result of the American-Indian War, Congress was called upon to form and regulate training and qualification of a permanent force, with the West Elizabeth government being the first to establish the force.
Judicial Responsibilies...
The Rangers are given statewide & federal jurisdiction, based in the capital city of Blackwater. The duties of the Rangers consist of investigating and stopping crimes ranging from murder to political corruption, acting in riot control and as detectives, protecting important people, tracking down fugitives, functioning as a paramilitary and border protection force at the service of the United States, conducting criminal and special investigations; apprehending wanted felons; suppressing major disturbances; the protection of life and property; and rendering assistance to local law enforcement in suppressing crime and violence. The Rangers are also responsible for the gathering and dissemination of criminal intelligence pertaining to all facets of organized crime. Rangers are also tasked with suppressing all criminal activity in any given area, when it is apparent that the local officials are unwilling or unable to maintain law and order; also upon the request or order of a judge of a court of record, Rangers may serve as officers of the court and assist in the maintenance of decorum, the protection of life, and the preservation of property during any judicial proceeding; and provide protection for elected officials at public functions and at any other time or place when directed. The Rangers may also conduct investigations of any misconduct on government, law enforcement or military officials. Frontiering Responsibilities...
The woods of the frontier have taught these men the value of marksmanship and an accurate firearm. The Rangers hunt wild land & sea animals. Rangers sell or trade the flesh, bones, and/or skins and feathers of slain animals as a source of income. Rangers not only hunt animals, the Rangers also collect, use and sell natural materials such as wood & iron and directly use both animal and natural materials as food, clothing, tools, and shelter. Rangers are capable of covering ground quickly, and of using the land and cover to best advantage: hiding behind a blade of grass or a pebble if needs must. Rangers hone their skills daily, hunting to provide food & materials for themselves and others. The fur trade which thrives in the American frontier forests is a rich source of men who are reliant on their marksmanship for survival. This hardy and self-sufficient breed have learnt to fashion their own rifles. Their rifles themselves reflect the demands made by their environment and learn patience that game must be stalked for many hours before a shot can be taken. The skills of the hunter also translate well to the battlefield, especially when employed against regular troops who often have no experience of such tactics and no answer to a foe who appears as if from nowhere and will not then stand still to be shot at. Adept at concealing themselves amongst trees, these men can stalk any prey, remaining hidden as they slowly move within range. |
Wartime Responsibilities...
In Battle, the Rangers are elite without peer, picking off leaders to sow confusion in enemy ranks. The Rangers are responsible for an array of combat roles including but not limited to; special operations, maneuver warfare, unconventional warfare, guerrilla warfare, various infantry techniques, reconnaissance, espionage, and counter-insurgency. The Rangers form a superbly disciplined killing machine: a unit that can slaughter enemy after enemy without wavering under any kind of enemy assault. They can reload at speed, charge home with tomahawks and swords and strike fear into the enemy. The Rangers are ideal for harassing the enemy. They are trained to use their surroundings to their advantage, and use skirmish tactics to break and harass the enemy. They are an inspiration to others by their example, and dashed handy in a fight to boot. These men are the embodiment of the savagery of their clan forebears and savage discipline. They fight well, whether giving fire to an enemy, or the tomahawk, and their elite skills gives them a bloody-minded streak that means they will fight to death. The Rangers also perform various mounted roles should the need arise and are trained in nearly all areas of warfare. While the Rangers are able to act in conventional roles, it is generally preferred for Rangers to fight unconventionally, with the intent of making warfare difficult for their enemy. With the ability to conduct lightning strikes on targets and consistently elude pursuit, the Rangers are able to disrupt any type of enemy tactic and even disrupt communications and supply lines. Most Rangers are honorable and attempt to avoid fighting unless necessary, but fight like the Devil when asked. They are expected to show individual aggression, initiative and soldiering skills, not just blindly obey and fight. They fight hard, because if they are captured they can expect little mercy from an enemy: at best, a trial before inevitable execution. War and vendetta are often the same thing for Rangers: wrongs done and the resolving hatred are what drive them to fight. These roles earn the Rangers a reputation for ruthlessness no holds barred warfare tactics. They are particularly fearsome when in battle, as they have a reputation for savagery in battle that is all their own. These men are a cut above their enemies and they are often the lynchpin of a battle strategy. Historically, ranger units were employed by the British army and were used in the hostile environments of North America during the French and Indian War. They would carry out long distance winter raids using crude snowshoes to travel. The most famous and revered of all rangers were the “Rogers’ Rangers”, named for their commanding officer, Robert Rogers. |
While the Rangers are a professional standing force, it maintains similar functions to that of a volunteer militia. Troops are drawn from the body of adult male citizens of a community, town, or local regions. It is encouraged but not required to provide service and members may dismiss themselves from the organization at any point when not required to be in service. These self-appointed militiamen are expert shots and typically fight as irregular infantry, often under experienced officers.
Members of the Rangers pride themselves on being ready to defend their homes and families within a minute of being alerted to danger. Regardless of their militia status, the Rangers fight as an extremely well trained professional organization, it is unwise to underestimate their ability to inflict damage on enemies with their rifles and knives. They are adept at using what cover is available, and at sniping from that cover. Rangers employ high end equipment. Their equipment is hand-made in the unit. The level of training employed by the Rangers is state-of-art, it is a testament that the Rangers are so uniformly well-equipped and well-trained, that even a Ranger on non-combat duties will easily defeat a group of hostile bandits.
Service in the Rangers is distinguished from military service in that the latter is normally a commitment, whereas the Rangers allow members to provide service at any time and are only called up to service whenever required by the government or the organization itself. When not in service, members typically go about their civilian lives.
Persons in service are expected to follow orders and understand the ranking structure, members must be able to provide and care for their own weapons, equipment, or supplies, although they may later be compensated for losses or expenditures.
Regardless of volunteer service, Rangers are proud to fight for their people and are unwavering in the defense of hard-won liberties. It can be argued that the success of the Rangers allows the innocent populace and the individual liberties and freedoms of man to be kept safe from dangerous bands who wish to harm the American way of life. It is often forgotten that the Rangers as a fighting force and are usually viewed as guardians of the people.
Members of the Rangers pride themselves on being ready to defend their homes and families within a minute of being alerted to danger. Regardless of their militia status, the Rangers fight as an extremely well trained professional organization, it is unwise to underestimate their ability to inflict damage on enemies with their rifles and knives. They are adept at using what cover is available, and at sniping from that cover. Rangers employ high end equipment. Their equipment is hand-made in the unit. The level of training employed by the Rangers is state-of-art, it is a testament that the Rangers are so uniformly well-equipped and well-trained, that even a Ranger on non-combat duties will easily defeat a group of hostile bandits.
Service in the Rangers is distinguished from military service in that the latter is normally a commitment, whereas the Rangers allow members to provide service at any time and are only called up to service whenever required by the government or the organization itself. When not in service, members typically go about their civilian lives.
Persons in service are expected to follow orders and understand the ranking structure, members must be able to provide and care for their own weapons, equipment, or supplies, although they may later be compensated for losses or expenditures.
Regardless of volunteer service, Rangers are proud to fight for their people and are unwavering in the defense of hard-won liberties. It can be argued that the success of the Rangers allows the innocent populace and the individual liberties and freedoms of man to be kept safe from dangerous bands who wish to harm the American way of life. It is often forgotten that the Rangers as a fighting force and are usually viewed as guardians of the people.
Establishment
The Rangers were established in a call-to-arms written by the Commonwealth of West Elizabeth and is headed by Colonel Matthew Radzikowski. A resolution by the Commonwealth of West Elizabeth was necessary to establish a universal militia with law enforcement, trading, wartime and hunting capabilities to protect the border and assist in providing the state with a capable militia. The unit was established in Blackwater by veteran Matthew Radzikowski during the post–American-Indian War Reconstruction Era, and was quickly reformed upon the reinstitution of home government. It fulfills the role of the West Elizabeth state militia. The critical Supreme Court decision affirming the legal authority of the Rangers was drafted and confirmed, allowing the Rangers to be created with it's original primary function being to execute all lawful warrants issued under the authority of the United States. The law also defines members of the Rangers as officers of the courts charged with assisting Federal courts in law-enforcement functions.
"And be it further enacted, that a Ranger shall be appointed in for a minimum of four weeks, but shall be removable from his position at pleasure, whose duty it shall be to execute throughout all required functions by all lawful precepts directed to him, and issued under the authority of the United States, and he shall have the power to command all necessary assistance in the execution of his duty, and to appoint as shall be occasion, one or more deputies."
Many of the first Rangers had already proven themselves in military service during the Civil War, Fenian Raids, Red River / Northwest Rebellion, Second Mexican-American War, American-Frontier War, American-Indian War and the Mexican Revolutionary War.
"And be it further enacted, that a Ranger shall be appointed in for a minimum of four weeks, but shall be removable from his position at pleasure, whose duty it shall be to execute throughout all required functions by all lawful precepts directed to him, and issued under the authority of the United States, and he shall have the power to command all necessary assistance in the execution of his duty, and to appoint as shall be occasion, one or more deputies."
Many of the first Rangers had already proven themselves in military service during the Civil War, Fenian Raids, Red River / Northwest Rebellion, Second Mexican-American War, American-Frontier War, American-Indian War and the Mexican Revolutionary War.
The Rangers operate in similar fashion to U.S. Marshals and are permitted to recruit special deputies as local hires, or as temporary transfers to the Rangers. Rangers are also authorized to swear in a posse to assist with manhunts, and other duties, ad hoc. Rangers are given extensive authority to support the local, state and federal government and to carry out all lawful orders issued by federal judges, governors, Congress, or the President.
The most workload the Rangers that primarily perform is law enforcement work, but that is only a minor part of their workload. The largest part of the business is wartime duties, such as military training, engagement of hostile factions and hunting and trading duties, which includes selling materials, paper work—serving writs (e.g., subpoenas, summonses, warrants), and other processes issued by the courts and government, making arrests and handling all federal prisoners. They also disburs funds as ordered by the courts or government. Rangers work in conjunction with U.S. Marshals pay the fees and expenses of court clerks, U.S. Attorneys, jurors, and witnesses. They rent the courtrooms and jail space, and hire bailiffs, criers, and janitors. They make sure the prisoners are present, the jurors are available, and that the witnesses are on time.
The most workload the Rangers that primarily perform is law enforcement work, but that is only a minor part of their workload. The largest part of the business is wartime duties, such as military training, engagement of hostile factions and hunting and trading duties, which includes selling materials, paper work—serving writs (e.g., subpoenas, summonses, warrants), and other processes issued by the courts and government, making arrests and handling all federal prisoners. They also disburs funds as ordered by the courts or government. Rangers work in conjunction with U.S. Marshals pay the fees and expenses of court clerks, U.S. Attorneys, jurors, and witnesses. They rent the courtrooms and jail space, and hire bailiffs, criers, and janitors. They make sure the prisoners are present, the jurors are available, and that the witnesses are on time.
Recruitment
While being a member of the Rangers is a volunteer job, it is also highly competitive. The Rangers accept the most committed members for full-time work. While the Rangers are primarily a popular career path for former military and law enforcement personnel, the Rangers seek to hire members from a diverse range of backgrounds in fulfilling its missions, including accountants, lawyers, scientists, doctors, hunters, engineers, language specialists, etc.
Rangers are recruited from the best, and even then, 80% do not finish training and drop out. Training is not restricted to the male gender as women can be Rangers too, and it's not uncommon for them to do so with success. Training and conditioning is extremely intense as that of the legionaries during the Roman Empire period, albeit only more forgiving. The fruits of this intensity rewards as this allows one Ranger who should be able to beat multiple opponents with their bare hands. Those that finish and are awarded the badge have proven that they are "quieter than a shadow and more ferocious than a wolf." Their superior training, superior weaponry and organization allows them to tip battles in their favor even when a situation may see them outnumbered and outgunned. The Rangers operate entirely outside of any normal army. The organization relies on the leadership of its veteran, more experienced Rangers, like Colonel Radzikowski. They unit establishes military ranks as well as role specific ranking systems.
At a minimum, a prospective Ranger must be a U.S. citizen, possess a firearm, be in fighting health and physical condition, possess visual acuity no worse than 20/60 uncorrected, correctable to 20/20 in each eye, and be between the ages of 16 and 50 at the time of enlistment. However, eligible veterans may apply after age 50.
Rangers are recruited from the best, and even then, 80% do not finish training and drop out. Training is not restricted to the male gender as women can be Rangers too, and it's not uncommon for them to do so with success. Training and conditioning is extremely intense as that of the legionaries during the Roman Empire period, albeit only more forgiving. The fruits of this intensity rewards as this allows one Ranger who should be able to beat multiple opponents with their bare hands. Those that finish and are awarded the badge have proven that they are "quieter than a shadow and more ferocious than a wolf." Their superior training, superior weaponry and organization allows them to tip battles in their favor even when a situation may see them outnumbered and outgunned. The Rangers operate entirely outside of any normal army. The organization relies on the leadership of its veteran, more experienced Rangers, like Colonel Radzikowski. They unit establishes military ranks as well as role specific ranking systems.
At a minimum, a prospective Ranger must be a U.S. citizen, possess a firearm, be in fighting health and physical condition, possess visual acuity no worse than 20/60 uncorrected, correctable to 20/20 in each eye, and be between the ages of 16 and 50 at the time of enlistment. However, eligible veterans may apply after age 50.
Prospective Rangers must also qualify with a rifle at 300 meters, serve a minimum of two weeks as a trainee prior to clearance, and be willing to undergo an extensive training regimen, to include in-depth wartime, judicial and frontiering skills.
Trainees will receive training in three individual phases, known as the School of Instruction, totaling approximately one week. Trainees may start any phase in any order at the leisure of their instructor. The typical training consists of; the first phase, Combat Training. Combat Training consists of all forms of necessary warfare and battle skills that a Ranger must possess, lasts approximately 3 days. The second phase, Judicial Training, consists of all forms of law enforcement techniques and skills that a Ranger must possess, lasts approximately 3 days. The third phase, Frontiersman Training consists of all the necessary skills that a Ranger must possess in order to live off the land, this also includes mastering how to hunt and how to barter and trade with traders and other factions, lasting approximately 3 days. Part time trainees are not required to receive all three phases of training but must at least complete one in order to become a member.
A typical Ranger career path, depending upon performance and promotions that affect individual assignments, begins with the first several weeks assigned to law enforcement duties. Enlistees are directed to list their occupation preference during the finalization process, and may receive their preferences upon being given their final job offer. After their law enforcement experience, Rangers are usually transferred to a wartime assignment where they may stay for months. Following their wartime assignment, many Rangers usually are assigned hunting and trading duties for up to several months. During their careers, all Rangers may switch their assignment at any time and may perform any role as required. Typically, all Rangers are universally trained in all three required fields, allowing them an enormous amount of flexibility to perform nearly any task. Rangers also have the opportunity to work overseas or at home with other factions. This typically requires foreign or native language training to ensure language proficiency when working alongside other factions.
Rangers are hired at an appropriate grade level, depending on individual qualifications and/or education. In order for a trainee to become a qualified member, they must have at least two weeks of experience within the Rangers, must have combat training and must be trained in at least one field. Rangers are eligible for promotion but must be eligible for it based on the rank. The full performance grade level for a journeyman Ranger is typically four weeks without any fractions. Based on their performance, Rangers will be promoted as deemed fit by their commanding officers. Rangers are eligible for competitive promotion to supervisory positions after completing their prospective training.
Rangers also receive availability pay, a type of pay which provides them with pay on top of their service, but is only granted to Rangers who work full time. Therefore, a Ranger providing greater and longer service will earn a reasonable salary. Part time Rangers who trade in materials may keep their respective pay based on percentage.
Trainees will receive training in three individual phases, known as the School of Instruction, totaling approximately one week. Trainees may start any phase in any order at the leisure of their instructor. The typical training consists of; the first phase, Combat Training. Combat Training consists of all forms of necessary warfare and battle skills that a Ranger must possess, lasts approximately 3 days. The second phase, Judicial Training, consists of all forms of law enforcement techniques and skills that a Ranger must possess, lasts approximately 3 days. The third phase, Frontiersman Training consists of all the necessary skills that a Ranger must possess in order to live off the land, this also includes mastering how to hunt and how to barter and trade with traders and other factions, lasting approximately 3 days. Part time trainees are not required to receive all three phases of training but must at least complete one in order to become a member.
A typical Ranger career path, depending upon performance and promotions that affect individual assignments, begins with the first several weeks assigned to law enforcement duties. Enlistees are directed to list their occupation preference during the finalization process, and may receive their preferences upon being given their final job offer. After their law enforcement experience, Rangers are usually transferred to a wartime assignment where they may stay for months. Following their wartime assignment, many Rangers usually are assigned hunting and trading duties for up to several months. During their careers, all Rangers may switch their assignment at any time and may perform any role as required. Typically, all Rangers are universally trained in all three required fields, allowing them an enormous amount of flexibility to perform nearly any task. Rangers also have the opportunity to work overseas or at home with other factions. This typically requires foreign or native language training to ensure language proficiency when working alongside other factions.
Rangers are hired at an appropriate grade level, depending on individual qualifications and/or education. In order for a trainee to become a qualified member, they must have at least two weeks of experience within the Rangers, must have combat training and must be trained in at least one field. Rangers are eligible for promotion but must be eligible for it based on the rank. The full performance grade level for a journeyman Ranger is typically four weeks without any fractions. Based on their performance, Rangers will be promoted as deemed fit by their commanding officers. Rangers are eligible for competitive promotion to supervisory positions after completing their prospective training.
Rangers also receive availability pay, a type of pay which provides them with pay on top of their service, but is only granted to Rangers who work full time. Therefore, a Ranger providing greater and longer service will earn a reasonable salary. Part time Rangers who trade in materials may keep their respective pay based on percentage.
Structure
The structure of the Rangers was established with a hierarchy of equivalent military titles, the commissioner being associated with the rank of colonel, with superintendents and inspectors using the titles of major and captain respectively.
Although the force answers to the Governor of West Elizabeth, the Rangers are also under federal jurisdiction, which mean they report to the President and to the American people as a whole. The Rangers' rules and regulations are formal, drawing on the rules of Robert Rogers. The force also makes ad hoc use of United States military regulations, effectively managing the force as they might have done a cavalry regiment. This framework empowers the commanding officers to monitor, inspect and investigate all aspects of the force, and encouraged a much more disciplined approach to tracking operations and resources.
While every Ranger is universally trained, the force is divided into various select companies, each typically commanded by a Captain. The headquarters of the force is in Blackwater. The headquarters is known locally as "the Barracks", and during the may typically hold around 200 Rangers at any one time. Many of the force's posts are linked by telegraph networks. Besides, Fort Mercer, the force does not have its own built prison – those sentenced to prison terms would be sent to the Sisika Penitentiary.
Although the force answers to the Governor of West Elizabeth, the Rangers are also under federal jurisdiction, which mean they report to the President and to the American people as a whole. The Rangers' rules and regulations are formal, drawing on the rules of Robert Rogers. The force also makes ad hoc use of United States military regulations, effectively managing the force as they might have done a cavalry regiment. This framework empowers the commanding officers to monitor, inspect and investigate all aspects of the force, and encouraged a much more disciplined approach to tracking operations and resources.
While every Ranger is universally trained, the force is divided into various select companies, each typically commanded by a Captain. The headquarters of the force is in Blackwater. The headquarters is known locally as "the Barracks", and during the may typically hold around 200 Rangers at any one time. Many of the force's posts are linked by telegraph networks. Besides, Fort Mercer, the force does not have its own built prison – those sentenced to prison terms would be sent to the Sisika Penitentiary.
RANKS & ORGANIZATION
Officers
The Rangers are commanded by a relatively small team of commissioned officers, having an establishment of 50 officers in maximum capacity, a ratio of approximately one officer to every twenty enlisted men. The officers are usually from middle- or upper-class backgrounds, and are typically American-born; attempts are also made to reflect the different religious and ethnic groups that make up society. Officers are selected on the basis of their experience, primarily leadership.
The officers form part of the elite in the Rangers, and are considered to be much more prestigious than regular military officers. Commissioned officers are expected to join and participate in an officers' mess, take care and lead their respective troops and show self-less service. The officers are also made Justices of Peace, giving them powers to start and maintain their own civilian cases, and they also have authority to summarily try members of the force itself, potentially imprisoning members for up a year for even minor offenses.
Commissioned officers are paid a respectable wage depending on their services. Additional payments are made to officers for successfully collecting customs duties and seizing illegal goods; once an officer had purchased items such as their uniform, which would cost around $500, and maintained a presence at key social events, he would be given key privileges. Most officers take on additional paid roles and government offices.
Enlisted and Living Conditions
Enlisted personnel come from a wide variety of backgrounds, but it is recommended that they have some military experience. Enlistees are dismissed as unsuitable for service if they fail their respective training. The majority of force is made up of members who tend to dominate the non-commissioned cadre, mainly because they choose to stay longer in the force. Although recruitment and training are not easy tasks, the Rangers maintain several recruitment offices in the Five Frontier States; Blackwater, Strawberry, Saint Denis, Rhodes, Valentine, Annesburg, and the Van Horn Trading Post.
The contingent of enlisted opt for a minimum three-month term of service, but may also enlist for over five month periods, with the possibility of purchasing an early discharge. The training of recruits is carried out on an ad hoc basis at the headquarters; additionally, depots for training new recruits were created in West Elizabeth, which take a much more structured approach. The use of the depot develops the initial skills necessary and then recruits are sent to the School of Instruction to further enhance their training.
Recruits, initially the lowest rank in the force, are paid 75 cents a day, with a promise of 160 acres (65 ha) of land on completion of their enlistment as well as basic provisions included, with a senior non-commissioned officer earning three times as much. Combined with "working pay" bonuses for particular duties, a member could earn over $300 a week.
The Ranger live in settlements that are termed "camps", which may range from one-storey buildings constructed by the Rangers themselves from logs, with sod roofs to full-fledged military forts. Living conditions remain very basic: the camps typically use wood- and coal-burning stoves for heating and cooking, and were lit by oil lamps and candles, while Rangers sleep on wooden boards using straw-filled mattresses. Full military-based camps are made from planed lumber, often prefabricated in the east, and fitted with modern technology and iron beds. Canteens, reading rooms and sporting facilities are introduced at the larger barracks. Nonetheless, living conditions on the frontier are difficult and spartan and Rangers must be prepared for all forms of living.
Uniform and Badge
Recruits to the force are issued uniforms comprising green flassic frock and scout jackets – issued from the militia stores and chosen on the advice of Colonel Radzikowski – upgraded black belts, military scout and flat cap hats, green trousers and black or brown boots, with a round forage cap for their undress uniform. The troops are also issued with blue and brown trousers.
More elaborate uniforms for commissioned officers are issued similarly militaristic uniforms for the other ranks, using gold braid to distinguish the non-commissioned officers. The winter uniforms comprised grey overcoats with fur caps and moccasins. Black service order uniforms and patrol uniforms are also given to specialized roles.
The establishment of the uniforms are a mix of as smart, stylized and reflecting the force's military heritage, and practical uniforms which were suitable for the daily work of the Rangers. For more specialized tasks and roles, such as mounted patrols, a set of clothes termed "frontier dress" became the style of uniform in the Rangers for those undertaking a variety of special tasks. Though this is different between each style of task, the frontier dress typically includes a buckskin stable jacket, wool frock for cold weather, leather leggings, combined with a wide-brimmed felt hat: the Mountie Hat, Flat Cap or the Military Scout Hat is typically the headgear of choice.
More elaborate uniforms for commissioned officers are issued similarly militaristic uniforms for the other ranks, using gold braid to distinguish the non-commissioned officers. The winter uniforms comprised grey overcoats with fur caps and moccasins. Black service order uniforms and patrol uniforms are also given to specialized roles.
The establishment of the uniforms are a mix of as smart, stylized and reflecting the force's military heritage, and practical uniforms which were suitable for the daily work of the Rangers. For more specialized tasks and roles, such as mounted patrols, a set of clothes termed "frontier dress" became the style of uniform in the Rangers for those undertaking a variety of special tasks. Though this is different between each style of task, the frontier dress typically includes a buckskin stable jacket, wool frock for cold weather, leather leggings, combined with a wide-brimmed felt hat: the Mountie Hat, Flat Cap or the Military Scout Hat is typically the headgear of choice.
Rangers who deploy to the mountains equip themselves with specialized cold-weather clothing, and subsequent detachments are equipped with deer-skin parkas, fur hats and boots. In the more extreme conditions of the far north, the Rangers typically adopt local Native clothing for use on their missions. Rangers who deploy overseas wear the standard army khaki uniform used by government forces.
The force's badge emerged due to requirements by federal law and became commonly used. It comprises the birth state, federal establishment, date, official reporting name – and the motto. The motto originally ran "To Maintain the Right", but was altered to read "Numquam Non Paratus". Despite being a Latin phrase, the motto changed to it's English version, "Never Unprepared", which signifies the Rangers being able to perform any task and adapt to any environment.
The force's badge emerged due to requirements by federal law and became commonly used. It comprises the birth state, federal establishment, date, official reporting name – and the motto. The motto originally ran "To Maintain the Right", but was altered to read "Numquam Non Paratus". Despite being a Latin phrase, the motto changed to it's English version, "Never Unprepared", which signifies the Rangers being able to perform any task and adapt to any environment.
Equipment
Weaponry
The Rangers are established as an armed force, primarily due to the perceived threat from the various hostile factions that still roam the Five Frontier States. The Rangers are equipped with the Lancaster Springfield Rifle as the standardized rifle. Additionally to the Lancaster Springfield Rifle, the Rangers also use various repeaters, rifles and shotguns based on role, requirement and accolades. Recruits start with the Buck Carbine Repeater and then later transfer to the Springfield Rifle and when promoted, are allowed to utilize different weapons. Regardless of task or role, Rangers must be familiar with the Lancaster Springfield Rifle as the standard issue small arm. Rangers also are given 60 rounds of ammunition for the Springfield Rifle and are trained to use ammunition wisely and only whenever necessary. The supplies of ammunition held by the force allows the Rangers many opportunities to practice with their weapons, and as a result, marksmanship is extraordinary.
In addition to long arms, the Rangers are also given revolvers. Recruits use the Buck Cattleman Revolver and after successfully passing training are given the D.D. & Packenbush Double-Action Revolver. Additional revolvers, and pistols are authorized for purchase and use by Rangers who undertake specific tasks, transfer to specific branches or perform roles such as undercover work or earn the accolades to use them.
The force utilizes Tomahawks as the standardized melee weaponry due to it's effectiveness as a fighting weapon, the Rangers also use hunting knives as backup and for utility purposes. The force also uses swords, with the Siren Cavalry Sabre approved for members in mounted and cavalry sections, commissioned officers, and non-commissioned officers; Rangers are authorized to unofficially equipped themselves with swords, though permission from command staff is required. The policy around the carrying of these weapons due to concerns that longer weapons for use in close quarter combat were practical in conflicts in the untamed Five Frontier States.
The force is also equipped with artillery, primarily to deter attacks from larger forces. The force utilizes B.D. & Co. Mountain
muzzle-loading field guns, B.D. & Co. Revolving Cannons, Gatling Guns and Muhlberg 1895 Machineguns. These forms of artillery are typically mounted on battle wagons or at set up at camps.
Horses and Transport
The Rangers often deploy with horses on expeditions, both as mounts and as draught animals. The importance of horses to the force's work is particular to patrols. The Rangers' horses are looked after carefully and given good veterinarian support, although they are worked very hard. A large riding school was built to allow training throughout cold weather. The Rangers use a wide range of saddlery, mostly of the Kneller Mother Hubbard, Gerden Vaquero or animal coat patterns, which are found to be most suitable for the prairies and frontiers.
The Rangers do not rely solely on horses, using pack mules and wagons to carry equipment and supplies, and using oxen as draught animals. Various forms of boats in the rivers, coasts and lakes, and dog-sled teams are also used in the far north.
Suppliers
Most of the forces equipment and weapons are imported from local shops, primarily in Valentine, Rhodes, and Saint Denis. Its saddlery and wagons are imported from Strawberry and the uniforms are made in Blackwater. Supplies of food and similar goods are bought from the major trading companies in the west, such as the Big Valley Company, as well as from smaller, local firms, with the Rangers becoming an important source of business. Equipment and supplies are bought from companies that support the government, and a formal list of approved suppliers was organized. All of the weapons are imported from Saint Denis, due to the lack of local shops being able to maintain large quantities of supplies and the force typically uses Split Point ammunition, as factory-manufactured cartridges are considered substandard.
The Rangers are established as an armed force, primarily due to the perceived threat from the various hostile factions that still roam the Five Frontier States. The Rangers are equipped with the Lancaster Springfield Rifle as the standardized rifle. Additionally to the Lancaster Springfield Rifle, the Rangers also use various repeaters, rifles and shotguns based on role, requirement and accolades. Recruits start with the Buck Carbine Repeater and then later transfer to the Springfield Rifle and when promoted, are allowed to utilize different weapons. Regardless of task or role, Rangers must be familiar with the Lancaster Springfield Rifle as the standard issue small arm. Rangers also are given 60 rounds of ammunition for the Springfield Rifle and are trained to use ammunition wisely and only whenever necessary. The supplies of ammunition held by the force allows the Rangers many opportunities to practice with their weapons, and as a result, marksmanship is extraordinary.
In addition to long arms, the Rangers are also given revolvers. Recruits use the Buck Cattleman Revolver and after successfully passing training are given the D.D. & Packenbush Double-Action Revolver. Additional revolvers, and pistols are authorized for purchase and use by Rangers who undertake specific tasks, transfer to specific branches or perform roles such as undercover work or earn the accolades to use them.
The force utilizes Tomahawks as the standardized melee weaponry due to it's effectiveness as a fighting weapon, the Rangers also use hunting knives as backup and for utility purposes. The force also uses swords, with the Siren Cavalry Sabre approved for members in mounted and cavalry sections, commissioned officers, and non-commissioned officers; Rangers are authorized to unofficially equipped themselves with swords, though permission from command staff is required. The policy around the carrying of these weapons due to concerns that longer weapons for use in close quarter combat were practical in conflicts in the untamed Five Frontier States.
The force is also equipped with artillery, primarily to deter attacks from larger forces. The force utilizes B.D. & Co. Mountain
muzzle-loading field guns, B.D. & Co. Revolving Cannons, Gatling Guns and Muhlberg 1895 Machineguns. These forms of artillery are typically mounted on battle wagons or at set up at camps.
Horses and Transport
The Rangers often deploy with horses on expeditions, both as mounts and as draught animals. The importance of horses to the force's work is particular to patrols. The Rangers' horses are looked after carefully and given good veterinarian support, although they are worked very hard. A large riding school was built to allow training throughout cold weather. The Rangers use a wide range of saddlery, mostly of the Kneller Mother Hubbard, Gerden Vaquero or animal coat patterns, which are found to be most suitable for the prairies and frontiers.
The Rangers do not rely solely on horses, using pack mules and wagons to carry equipment and supplies, and using oxen as draught animals. Various forms of boats in the rivers, coasts and lakes, and dog-sled teams are also used in the far north.
Suppliers
Most of the forces equipment and weapons are imported from local shops, primarily in Valentine, Rhodes, and Saint Denis. Its saddlery and wagons are imported from Strawberry and the uniforms are made in Blackwater. Supplies of food and similar goods are bought from the major trading companies in the west, such as the Big Valley Company, as well as from smaller, local firms, with the Rangers becoming an important source of business. Equipment and supplies are bought from companies that support the government, and a formal list of approved suppliers was organized. All of the weapons are imported from Saint Denis, due to the lack of local shops being able to maintain large quantities of supplies and the force typically uses Split Point ammunition, as factory-manufactured cartridges are considered substandard.
History
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Prior to the Rangers, similar units fulfilling identical purposes were stood up. The Royal Canadian Forces was initially a provincial company from Canada, then later attached to the Canadian Army before being reinstated as the North American Defense Force, a joint American-Canadian fighting force that saw action during the American-Indian Wars. The unit was adopted into the United States and Canadian armed forces as an independent unit. General Charles Rostad and Major Matthew Radzikowski trained the rapidly deployed force against many hostile groups, most notably the Tall Trees Confederacy. Their tactics were built on earlier colonial precedents and were codified for the first time by Radzikowski. The tactics proved remarkably effective, so much so that the initial company was expanded into a ranging corps of five companies. The NADF became the chief arm of U.S.-Canadian forces by the late 1800s. They were disbanded in 1897.
Later, the company was revived as a Loyalist force during the Mexican Revolutionary War. Nonetheless, a number of former officers defected to fight against the NADF as Rebel commanders.
The Rangers, formed by Radzikowski and Loyalist veterans, claims descent from the RCF/NADF.
In 1894, a military force was organized, known as the North American Defense Force (NADF), which began as a joint force American-Canadian fighting force in New Austin. It was the latest in a long line of universal units dating back to the 1850s. The immediate precursor and model for the unit was the Royal Canadian Forces, a Canadian militia and later army unit. Both were initially organized by Charles Rostad and Matthew Radzikowski. The usefulness of the North American Defense Force during 1894 and 1895 American-Indian Wars required the NADF to provide both the United States and Canada with a long-lasting federal force and later prompted the United States to form a permanent force in West Elizabeth after the dissolution of the NADF. In fact, the North American Defense Force was formed to fight invading Native American tribes in the borderlands of the Northeast, with the start of the American-Indian War, or more commonly known as the "Tribe War". During battle, it was commanded by Captain (later Major) Matthew Radzikowski and operated primarily in West Elizabeth. The force sometimes undertook raids against Mexican military emplacements, traveling on foot, on horse, in boats, and even on snowshoes during winter. Matthew Radzikowski (who would go on to later establish the Rangers) fought as a Captain in conjunction with Charles Rostad, and at one point saved his life, which was soon Radzikowski was then promoted to Major.
On January 21st, 1894 during the first Battle, Radzikowski led 30 troops to fend off an ambush on Fort Mercer in New Austin. They then were attacked by a large tribe of about 100 Native Americans, known as the Tall Trees Confederacy. Radzikowski's men suffered casualties but held their ground without further losses, since the attackers lacked proper fighting equipment. According to Matthew Radzikowski, friendly casualties were 3 killed, and 6 wounded. The Native casualties were 48 killed and 35 wounded.
On January 28th, a company of NADF troops were led by Charles Rostad in northwest New Austin to link up with a local mercenary group to make peace with the Tall Trees Confederacy. The tribe refused to make peace and continued to engage in conflict with the NADF troops and started to massacre towns within New Austin. After this, the NADF pushed back the natives to the forests of West Elizabeth, near Blackwater. This allowed the NADF to train and operate with more freedom than regular forces. After the battles that ensued, Captain Paige, an officer within the NADF vouched to infiltrate and make peace with the tribe.
On March 8th, 1894, in Tall Trees, a force of NADF troops rode into Tall Trees on horseback led by Charles Rostad. The troops were stopped by the local mercenary company, and was informed that a peace meeting between the mercenaries, the NADF and the local tribe was underway. Whilst halted, the NADF troops were ambushed by force of some 100 tribal natives. In this action, Major Radzikowski ordered the men to leave the forest and fall back to open ground. He chose to stay behind and fend off the attack but became heavily wounded and was forced to retreat. He reportedly saved Charles Rostad from "burning at the stake" through his intervention and covering fire. It was reported that there were 49 of the NADF fatalities and nearly 40 killed of the enemy. Radzikowski claimed the NADF losses were 53 and that those of thee enemy as 32.
From March 1894 to January 1895, four companies were stood up at MacFarlane's Ranch in Hennigan's Stead and were awaiting the Siege of Tall Trees. While there, they scoured the woods to stop raids on the capital. During the Siege, troops encountered 100 tribesmen. The troops killed and scalped the War Chief Tahatan. In their retreat, the troops captured 21 defenders and killed more than 50. This event was described as "one of the most admirable feats ever performed by a military force"
Later, the company was revived as a Loyalist force during the Mexican Revolutionary War. Nonetheless, a number of former officers defected to fight against the NADF as Rebel commanders.
The Rangers, formed by Radzikowski and Loyalist veterans, claims descent from the RCF/NADF.
In 1894, a military force was organized, known as the North American Defense Force (NADF), which began as a joint force American-Canadian fighting force in New Austin. It was the latest in a long line of universal units dating back to the 1850s. The immediate precursor and model for the unit was the Royal Canadian Forces, a Canadian militia and later army unit. Both were initially organized by Charles Rostad and Matthew Radzikowski. The usefulness of the North American Defense Force during 1894 and 1895 American-Indian Wars required the NADF to provide both the United States and Canada with a long-lasting federal force and later prompted the United States to form a permanent force in West Elizabeth after the dissolution of the NADF. In fact, the North American Defense Force was formed to fight invading Native American tribes in the borderlands of the Northeast, with the start of the American-Indian War, or more commonly known as the "Tribe War". During battle, it was commanded by Captain (later Major) Matthew Radzikowski and operated primarily in West Elizabeth. The force sometimes undertook raids against Mexican military emplacements, traveling on foot, on horse, in boats, and even on snowshoes during winter. Matthew Radzikowski (who would go on to later establish the Rangers) fought as a Captain in conjunction with Charles Rostad, and at one point saved his life, which was soon Radzikowski was then promoted to Major.
On January 21st, 1894 during the first Battle, Radzikowski led 30 troops to fend off an ambush on Fort Mercer in New Austin. They then were attacked by a large tribe of about 100 Native Americans, known as the Tall Trees Confederacy. Radzikowski's men suffered casualties but held their ground without further losses, since the attackers lacked proper fighting equipment. According to Matthew Radzikowski, friendly casualties were 3 killed, and 6 wounded. The Native casualties were 48 killed and 35 wounded.
On January 28th, a company of NADF troops were led by Charles Rostad in northwest New Austin to link up with a local mercenary group to make peace with the Tall Trees Confederacy. The tribe refused to make peace and continued to engage in conflict with the NADF troops and started to massacre towns within New Austin. After this, the NADF pushed back the natives to the forests of West Elizabeth, near Blackwater. This allowed the NADF to train and operate with more freedom than regular forces. After the battles that ensued, Captain Paige, an officer within the NADF vouched to infiltrate and make peace with the tribe.
On March 8th, 1894, in Tall Trees, a force of NADF troops rode into Tall Trees on horseback led by Charles Rostad. The troops were stopped by the local mercenary company, and was informed that a peace meeting between the mercenaries, the NADF and the local tribe was underway. Whilst halted, the NADF troops were ambushed by force of some 100 tribal natives. In this action, Major Radzikowski ordered the men to leave the forest and fall back to open ground. He chose to stay behind and fend off the attack but became heavily wounded and was forced to retreat. He reportedly saved Charles Rostad from "burning at the stake" through his intervention and covering fire. It was reported that there were 49 of the NADF fatalities and nearly 40 killed of the enemy. Radzikowski claimed the NADF losses were 53 and that those of thee enemy as 32.
From March 1894 to January 1895, four companies were stood up at MacFarlane's Ranch in Hennigan's Stead and were awaiting the Siege of Tall Trees. While there, they scoured the woods to stop raids on the capital. During the Siege, troops encountered 100 tribesmen. The troops killed and scalped the War Chief Tahatan. In their retreat, the troops captured 21 defenders and killed more than 50. This event was described as "one of the most admirable feats ever performed by a military force"
During 1895, the NADF were involved in one of their most famous operations, the Takeover of Cochinay. They had been ordered to capture and hold the settlement of Cochinay in Tall Trees. It was the base of the tribe's raids and attacks on settlements. Rostad and Radzikowski led a force of some 200 - 400 troops from Hennigan's Stead deep into tribe territory. Following the October 3, 1895 attack and successful capture of Cochinay, the troops ran out of food and some went to hunt for food in the the wilderness of northern West Elizabeth. Relief forces arrived a few days later with food.
From 1894 to 1896, the NADF lost over 300 - 400 troops during the Tribe War and was responsible for killing over 1,700 enemies, and capturing 44 prisoners. It was recorded that the NADF, by 1895 began to fully assimilate within West Elizabeth and primarily provided it's services to West Elizabeth and Hennigan's Stead.
At the end of the war, the NADF were given the task of providing militia services to Blackwater. After the war, most of the members returned to civilian life. By December 1896, most of the original members had chosen not to reenlist, effectively causing the NADF to dissolve. The NADF was remembered for their actions in saving settlements from the tribes. And yet while the NADF's history and member base gradually dwindled to a small minority within the town, the members nevertheless continued to provide their services in helping people around West Elizabeth and New Austin. By January 1897, the North American Defense Force officially disbanded. In the post-disbandment period, Radzikowski and Rostad continued to play an important role in the affairs of Blackwater, expanding the economy of the town.
In June 1897, Radzikowski and Rostad recruited several volunteers for military assistance in Escalera, in the Neuvo Paraiso region of Mexico. Upon arrival at Escalera, the unit was informed that a large force of mercenaries and native americans led by former NADF Captain Paige was planning to attack the town. On July 7-8, the force of 40 troops of the temporarily established Blackwatch Militia under the command of Charles Rostad was under heavy attack. During the attack, the attackers utilized explosives to destroy the buildings and forced the militia to retreat from the town. The militia retreated to Frontera Bridge, a train bridge that led to the United States. Immediately after the retreat, the large force chased after the militia but was temporarily halted due to heavy sniper fire. The militia crossed the bridge via horseback into the United States and went north into New Austin, where they stopped and rest at Rathskellar Fork. On July 9th, the militia was attacked by Paige's force, prompting the Battle of Rathskeller Fork. 100 Indians under then-Captain Paige ambushed the militiamen and the battle lasted five hours. The outcome of the battle resulted in victory for the loyalist militia after successfully killing nearly all of the attackers. By the battles end, 97 attackers were killed and 29 defenders were killed. On July 10th, the militia marched back to Blackwater and by July 11th, officially disbanded. Radzikowski and Rostad had major disagreements and parted ways.
In 1897, Radzikowski established a tavern in the center of the town, just south of the original recruitment office. Radzikowski ran the tavern for several months before becoming a hunter and fur trader for nearly a year before he stood up his own ranger unit in 1899.
From 1894 to 1896, the NADF lost over 300 - 400 troops during the Tribe War and was responsible for killing over 1,700 enemies, and capturing 44 prisoners. It was recorded that the NADF, by 1895 began to fully assimilate within West Elizabeth and primarily provided it's services to West Elizabeth and Hennigan's Stead.
At the end of the war, the NADF were given the task of providing militia services to Blackwater. After the war, most of the members returned to civilian life. By December 1896, most of the original members had chosen not to reenlist, effectively causing the NADF to dissolve. The NADF was remembered for their actions in saving settlements from the tribes. And yet while the NADF's history and member base gradually dwindled to a small minority within the town, the members nevertheless continued to provide their services in helping people around West Elizabeth and New Austin. By January 1897, the North American Defense Force officially disbanded. In the post-disbandment period, Radzikowski and Rostad continued to play an important role in the affairs of Blackwater, expanding the economy of the town.
In June 1897, Radzikowski and Rostad recruited several volunteers for military assistance in Escalera, in the Neuvo Paraiso region of Mexico. Upon arrival at Escalera, the unit was informed that a large force of mercenaries and native americans led by former NADF Captain Paige was planning to attack the town. On July 7-8, the force of 40 troops of the temporarily established Blackwatch Militia under the command of Charles Rostad was under heavy attack. During the attack, the attackers utilized explosives to destroy the buildings and forced the militia to retreat from the town. The militia retreated to Frontera Bridge, a train bridge that led to the United States. Immediately after the retreat, the large force chased after the militia but was temporarily halted due to heavy sniper fire. The militia crossed the bridge via horseback into the United States and went north into New Austin, where they stopped and rest at Rathskellar Fork. On July 9th, the militia was attacked by Paige's force, prompting the Battle of Rathskeller Fork. 100 Indians under then-Captain Paige ambushed the militiamen and the battle lasted five hours. The outcome of the battle resulted in victory for the loyalist militia after successfully killing nearly all of the attackers. By the battles end, 97 attackers were killed and 29 defenders were killed. On July 10th, the militia marched back to Blackwater and by July 11th, officially disbanded. Radzikowski and Rostad had major disagreements and parted ways.
In 1897, Radzikowski established a tavern in the center of the town, just south of the original recruitment office. Radzikowski ran the tavern for several months before becoming a hunter and fur trader for nearly a year before he stood up his own ranger unit in 1899.
Guardians of the people...
We come into this world with our eyes closed, and most of us choose to stay that way. But the ones who open their eyes choose to become Rangers. Sadly, we no longer exist in a black and white world, so we created a fighting force capable of combating those who threaten our ways of life, and even our very existence on this world. We must hone the skills given before us and train our bodies and souls to bear the burdens of this defense of our fellow Man. We must become sheepdogs of fortitude and justice, and defend the flock from the jaws of the ravenous and evil wolves that dwell in the dark recesses of existence where the light does not breach. The Rangers are a group of individuals who have expressed their willingness of bearing the brunt of this burden. We present an opportunity of service through mediums and involvement in the video game simulation community.
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Freedom & Peace...never have those words been truer than before. The Rangers has always been an entity for the benefit of humanity. And have many times pulled humanity from the brink, on nothing to gain but sheer principle and the evilness of tyrants and dictators. And the many people who come to these promised lands looking to fulfill a dream.
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The promise of opportunity. The promise of merit. And the promise of being able to start anew and be rewarded for the work you contribute to yourself and the man beside you. And the Rangers believe in the idea that every Man, Woman or Child must be afforded the rights of a free citizen, and having the confidence and assurance that their security and lifestyle are being looked after and catered to by their government.
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The art of war has changed. From the rocks and sticks of the Stone Age, to the iron and steel of the Sword and Shield-era, all the way to the age of gunpowder and rifles, warfare has managed to stay the same, with the same tactics of the Dark Ages having the same effect and principle in the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries. A new and evolving threat that we had yet to combat had reared a silent but ugly face. Guerrilla warfare and non-uniformed combat has taken commonplace across the vast frontier of the United States.
The Rangers' structure has a standard and performance to maintain. That being, it must maintain absolute skill and be the masters of their enemies. As a fighting force, we must keep our wits about us and learn our enemies' weaknesses and exploit them. And we must use the tools and technologies of warfighting to defeat our enemy, regardless of the risk to ourselves. We have an obligation as the defenders of our nation to preserve the America way of life and the Constitution of the United States of America.
The Rangers' structure has a standard and performance to maintain. That being, it must maintain absolute skill and be the masters of their enemies. As a fighting force, we must keep our wits about us and learn our enemies' weaknesses and exploit them. And we must use the tools and technologies of warfighting to defeat our enemy, regardless of the risk to ourselves. We have an obligation as the defenders of our nation to preserve the America way of life and the Constitution of the United States of America.
"DEATH BEFORE DISHONOR. SUFFER THAN SURRENDER"
If you wish to learn proper military, government and/or law enforcement protocol and procedure, feel free to contact us, and we will arrange a joint training session. We are always seeking to educate and better fellow military, law enforcement and government organizations.
Our structure is NOT representative of any REAL unit. Any history listed is strictly for fictional purposes. We base ourselves off of prior ranger, frontier and militia units, such as the North-West Mounted Police, Rogers' Rangers, Gorham's Rangers and Church's Rangers, as well as several others. This structure allows for our organization to expand our options as a group while maintaining the simulation aspect. Our organization operates in a fictional universe, mixed with non-fictional aspects. We also utilize and organize fictional units and elements to fit the confines and purpose of our organization.
Many simulation groups that represent real life units tend to be restricted to many aspects such as locations, weapons, gear, vehicles, etc. We choose to not follow this way and simply follow-through with a forward-thinking mindset.
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If you wish to learn proper military, government and/or law enforcement protocol and procedure, feel free to contact us, and we will arrange a joint training session. We are always seeking to educate and better fellow military, law enforcement and government organizations.
Our structure is NOT representative of any REAL unit. Any history listed is strictly for fictional purposes. We base ourselves off of prior ranger, frontier and militia units, such as the North-West Mounted Police, Rogers' Rangers, Gorham's Rangers and Church's Rangers, as well as several others. This structure allows for our organization to expand our options as a group while maintaining the simulation aspect. Our organization operates in a fictional universe, mixed with non-fictional aspects. We also utilize and organize fictional units and elements to fit the confines and purpose of our organization.
Many simulation groups that represent real life units tend to be restricted to many aspects such as locations, weapons, gear, vehicles, etc. We choose to not follow this way and simply follow-through with a forward-thinking mindset.
We provide the best simulation experience while having flexibility for our own standards.
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